Georges Niang is an American basketball power forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2025 NBA season. Niang’s basketball journey began at the Tilton School in New Hampshire, where he amassed a school-record 2,372 points. Teaming up with another young star Nerlens Noel, Niang soared to success in high school, securing four NEPSAC titles, a national prep championship, an AAU national championship, and a Nike EYBL title. After four college seasons at Iowa State, Niang was drafted by the Indiana Pacers with the 50th overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft. After a couple of seasons in the G League, Niang’s career took a significant turn after joining the Utah Jazz.
Niang shot at least 40% from the three-point line throughout his time in Utah and was eventually rewarded with a three-year $25.5 million contract by the Cavaliers in July 2023. On January 17, 2024, Niang scored his career-high 33 points against the Milwaukee Bucks, making 13 of his 14 shot attempts. As of March 2025, Niang has played for the Indiana Pacers, Utah Jazz, Philadelphia 76ers, Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlanta Hawks. In nine seasons in the NBA, Niang is averaging 7.3 points and 2.5 rebounds per game, as per Basketball Reference.
Georges Niang's wingspan
According to 2KRatings' official website, Georges Niang has a wingspan of 6 foot 10 inches.
Georges Niang's height
Georges Niang is 6 foot 7 inches tall, as per NBA's official website.
Georges Niang's weight
Georges Niang weighs around 230 lbs or 104 kg, as per NBA's official website.
Georges Niang's age
Niang is 31 years old, as of March 2025. He was born on June 17, 1993, in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
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FAQs on Georges Niang
A. Georges Niang plays as a backup power forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
A. Georges Niang’s height is 6 foot 7 inches (201 cm).
A. Georges Niang’s weight is 230 lb (104 kg).
A. Georges Niang is on a three-year $25.5 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Niang will be a free agent in the 2026 offseason.
