Georges Niang is an American basketball player who plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers. At 6 feet 7 inches, Niang is a quintessential stretch-four renowned for his exceptional 3-point shooting.
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.
As a spot-up 3-point specialist and defensive dynamo, Niang made an instant impact with his ability to knock down catch-and-shoot triples at an elite level. He shot atleast 40% from deep 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 shots attempts.
Georges Niang Wingspan
According to DraftExpress and 2016 NBA Draft combine, Georges Niang has a wingspan of 6 foot 10 inches.
Georges Niang Height
Georges Niang is 6 foot 7 inches tall and weighs around 104 kg.
Georges Niang Age
Born on June 17, 1993, Niang is 30 years old as of May 2024.
FAQs on Georges Niang Wingspan
A. Georges Niang’s wingspan is 6 foot 10 inches (208 cm).
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.
A. Georges Niang plays as a backup power forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
A. In the 2023/24 regular season, Georges Niang played all 82 games and averaged 9.4 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game. He shot 44.9% from the field, including 37.6% from beyond the arc.
