Nigerian Basketball Prodigy Jordan Nwora Secures a Three-Year Deal with Toronto Raptors
In a notable move within the NBA player transfer landscape, Jordan Nwora, a key player for the Nigerian basketball national team, D’Tigers, has officially signed a three-year contract with the Toronto Raptors.
This transition comes following his departure from the Indiana Pacers.
Impressive Track Record and NBA Journey
Before making his move to the Toronto Raptors, the 25-year-old Nwora showcased his skills with the Indiana Pacers after leaving the Milwaukee Bucks in 2023.
During his 18 games with the Pacers, Nwora averaged 5.2 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assists in 10.2 minutes, demonstrating his versatility on the court.
NBA Draft Selection and Collegiate Background
Born in Buffalo, New York, to a Nigerian father and an American mother, Jordan Nwora entered the NBA scene when he was chosen by the Milwaukee Bucks as the 45th overall pick in the second round of the 2020 NBA Draft.
His journey to the professional league followed a successful collegiate career, where he spent three seasons at Louisville from 2017 to 2020. Notably, Nwora earned a spot on the First Team All-ACC in his junior year.
Warm Welcome from Toronto Raptors Leadership
Thursday marked a significant moment as Nwora officially joined the Toronto Raptors, with a warm welcome extended by Masai Ujiri, the Vice-Chairman and President of the club.
The announcement came alongside the arrivals of Bruce Brown and All-Star forward Pascal Siakam, reflecting a time of change and strategic moves for the Raptors.
Vice Chairman’s Enthusiastic Comments
Masai Ujiri expressed enthusiasm about the transformative period for the team and the addition of Nwora to their roster.
Acknowledging Nwora’s championship pedigree, Ujiri highlighted the anticipation for his two-way play and the added toughness he brings to the court.
The Raptors continue their commitment to improvement and progression in their pursuit of success in Toronto.
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