Chuma Okeke Nationality

Last Modified May 15, 2025 21:43 GMT
Chuma Okeke Nationality
Chuma Okeke. Source: Getty Images

Chuma Okeke is a professional basketball player for the Cleveland Cavaliers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is 6 feet 7 inches tall and weighs 229 pounds. Before going pro, Okeke played college basketball for Auburn University, where he was awarded first-team All-SEC and Mr. Georgia Basketball in 2017. In his college career (2017 to 2019), the power forward averaged 9.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game (via Auburn Tigers' player roster).

Chuma Okeke was selected in the first round of the 2019 NBA Draft by the Orlando Magic as the 16th overall pick. Since then, he has played for various teams, including the Lakeland Magic, the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Cleveland Cavaliers. On April 3, 2025, Okeke signed a deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers for 2 years worth $2,662,418 after playing for the Knicks in the NBA G League (via Spotrac).

What is Chuma Okeke’s nationality?

Chuma Okeke is an American who grew up in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. A, per the official website of the NBA.

Chuma Okeke’s Hometown

Chuma Okeke grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended Westlake High School in Atlanta, where he won a Class 6A State Championship and scored 13 points in a 68-58 win over Pebblebrook High School. He was subsequently named Mr. Georgia Basketball and averaged 24.4 points, 15 rebounds, and 2.4 steals per game in his senior season. A consensus four-star recruit, he was ranked in the Top 50 in his class by some scouts (via the University of Auburn official website).

Chuma Okeke’s Birthplace

Chuma Okeke was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on August 18, 1998.

FAQs on Chuma Okeke

A. Chuma Okeke plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers.  

A. Chuma Okeke plays at the Power Forward position.

A. Chuma Okeke is 26 years old, as of May 2025.

A. Chuma Okeke is 6 feet and 7 inches tall (201 cm).

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