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Template:Infobox basketball biography Mohamed Fakaba Bamba[1] (born May 12, 1998) is an American professional basketball player for the Orlando Magic of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Texas Longhorns. He was highly regarded by scouts due to his 7 ft 10 in (2.39 m) wingspan. He attended Cardigan Mountain School in Canaan, New Hampshire and Westtown School in West Chester, Pennsylvania and was considered one of the top high school prospects for the class of 2017. Event test. Tag test 1.

Early life[edit]

Mo Bamba was born on May 12, 1998 in Harlem, New York to Lancine Bamba and Aminata Johnson, who both emigrated from the Ivory Coast.[2][3][4] Bamba's grandparents were born and brought up in Mali.[3] His older brother, Sidiki Johnson, played college basketball at Arizona, Providence, and Wabash Valley.[5] Another member of his family, estranged half-brother Ibrahim Johnson, also played college basketball at multiple universities, including both Farmingdale State and Montevallo.[6][7] Bamba first became interested in basketball at age six, inspired by the game's popularity in his hometown.[3] Test

High school career[edit]

Bamba dunking during the 2017 McDonald's All-American Boys Game

In eighth and ninth grade, Bamba attended Cardigan Mountain School, an all-boys boarding school in Canaan, New Hampshire.[3]

After graduating from Cardigan, Bamba went on to Westtown School in Westtown, Pennsylvania.[3][8] As a junior he averaged 14 points, 11 rebounds, and six blocks per game. He played in the 2017 McDonald's All American Game and the Nike Hoop Summit.[9][10]

Bamba was rated as a five-star recruit and was ranked among the top recruits in his class.[11][12] His final four schools were Kentucky, Duke, Texas and Michigan.[13][14][15][16] Ultimately, Bamba chose to play for the University of Texas for his college career. Before playing a single game for Texas, his half-brother Ibrahim Johnson posted a 22-minute-long video on Facebook Live, talking about how there were some illegal benefits from a Michigan-based investor involved during the decision-making and that he was reporting the information to the NCAA.[17] However, the NCAA reported that nothing involved there would ultimately affect Bamba's eligibility for his freshman season.[18] Template:College athlete recruit start Template:College athlete recruit entry Template:College athlete recruit end

College career[edit]

Bamba made his official college debut on November 10, 2017 against Northwestern State, recording 15 points and 8 rebounds in a blowout win that night. Eight days later, he recorded 13 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 blocks in a blowout win against Lipscomb. On December 30, Bamba recorded a season-high 22 points, 15 rebounds, and 8 blocks in a loss to Kansas. On New Year's Day 2018, Bamba would record a then-season-high 16 rebounds with 10 points in a 74–70 overtime win over Iowa State. He would record a new career-high in points scored with 25 points scored with 15 rebounds in an 85–72 win over Ole Miss on January 27, 2018, five days after recording his previous high of 24 points in a win over Iowa State. On February 17, Bamba would record a new career-high of 18 rebounds with 10 points scored in a 77–66 win over #23 ranked Oklahoma, five days after tying his previous career-high of 16 rebounds with 16 points in a close 74–73 double overtime loss to Baylor. At the end of the regular season for Texas, Bamba was named a member of the Big 12's All-Newcomer Team and All-Defensive Team, as well as be named a member of the All-Big 12 Second Team. He averaged 12.9 points, 10.5 rebounds and 0.5 assists per game.

Following Texas's loss in the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament to Nevada, Bamba announced his intention to forgo his final three seasons of collegiate eligibility and declare for the 2018 NBA draft, where he was expected to be a lottery selection.[19]

Professional career[edit]

At the 2018 NBA combine, Bamba measured near 7 ft 1 in (2.16 m) tall and measured a 7 ft 10 in (2.39 m) wingspan, breaking the record that was previously held by current Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert.[20] At a private workout, Bamba reportedly ran faster than most of the NBA, including MVP Russell Westbrook, since he had a 3.04 3/4 court sprint.[21] Bamba refused to work out with the Memphis Grizzlies before the draft, and told them not to draft him.[22]

Orlando Magic (2018–present)[edit]

On June 21, 2018, Bamba was selected with the sixth overall pick by the Orlando Magic in the 2018 NBA draft.[23] On July 3, 2018, Bamba officially signed a rookie scale contract with the Magic.[24] Bamba played in his first NBA game during the preseason on October 1, 2018, recording 12 points and 3 rebounds.[25] He made his professional debut on October 17, 2018, recording 13 points, 7 rebounds and 2 blocks off the bench in a 104–101 win over the Miami Heat.[26]

Career statistics[edit]

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NBA[edit]

Regular season[edit]

Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2018–19 Orlando 47 1 16.3 .481 .300 .587 5.0 .8 .3 1.4 6.2
Career 47 1 16.3 .481 .300 .587 5.0 .8 .3 1.4 6.2

College[edit]

Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2017–18 Texas 29 28 30.2 .603 .280 .678 10.4 .5 .8 3.7 12.9

Personal life[edit]

During his time growing up in Harlem, he was friends with rapper Sheck Wes. Their relationship would eventually influence Sheck Wes' sleeper hit song named "Mo Bamba."[27]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Official NBA bio of Mohamed Bamba | NBA.com. Retrieved on September 21, 2018. “Full name is Mohamed Karlakwan Damala Bamba”
  2. ^ Mohamed Bamba (April 11, 2017). Retrieved on April 12, 2017.
  3. ^ a b c d e Westtown star Mohamed Bamba tries to stay cool as spotlight grows brighter (February 20, 2017). Retrieved on April 12, 2017.
  4. ^ Blue Chip: 6'11" 2017 Five-Star Mohamed Bamba (July 7, 2016). Retrieved on April 12, 2017.
  5. ^ The World is His (August 4, 2016). Retrieved on April 12, 2017.
  6. ^ Farmingdale State Athletics. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  7. ^ Exclusive: Elite Texas Commit Mo Bamba's Longtime Mentor Responds To Estranged Brother's Allegations. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  8. ^ Pa. basketball preview, big men: Westtown's Bamba is among nation's best. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  9. ^ Mo Bamba on McDonald's All American honor: 'It's an unreal experience. I'm in awe' (January 18, 2017). Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  10. ^ Bamba, Knox remain undecided heading into Hoop Summit heavy on UK recruits. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  11. ^ Rivals.com. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  12. ^ Mohamed Bamba, Texas Longhorns, Power Forward. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  13. ^ UK in ‘good position’ with five-star basketball recruit Mohamed Bamba. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  14. ^ Mohamed Bamba recruitment seems too close to call. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  15. ^ UM target Mohamed Bamba taking his time with decision. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  16. ^ Hoophall Classic 2017 Prospects: Mohamed Bamba, Duke and Kentucky recruit, is top uncommitted player in Class of 2017. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  17. ^ Mohamed Bamba’s brother alleges illegal benefits from Michigan-based investor. Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  18. ^ Brother of prized Texas recruit Mohamed Bamba alleges NCAA violations involving financial advisor (June 29, 2017). Retrieved on April 27, 2018.
  19. ^ "Mohamed Bamba entering NBA draft after one season". (in en-US) 
  20. ^ http://stats.nba.com/draft/combine-anthro/#!?sort=WINGSPAN&dir=1
  21. ^ http://www.star-telegram.com/sports/article212674509.html
  22. ^ Report: Mo Bamba refuses to work out for Grizzlies, tells them not to draft him (June 20, 2018). Retrieved on June 26, 2018.
  23. ^ Mo Bamba, known for wingspan, joins Magic as sixth overall pick (June 21, 2018). Retrieved on June 26, 2018.
  24. ^ Magic Sign Mohamed Bamba (en). Retrieved on July 4, 2018.
  25. ^ Hays, Chris. "Magic fall to 76ers, Jonathan Isaac injured during new coach Steve Clifford's preseason debut", OrlandoSentinel.com. (in en-US) 
  26. ^ Bamba, Gordon lead Magic over Heat 104-101 (October 17, 2018). Retrieved on October 18, 2018.
  27. ^ Sheck Wes & Mo Bamba Discuss Their Longtime Friendship & the Success of 'Mo Bamba' (September 10, 2018). Retrieved on September 27, 2018.

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