Mackenzie Mgbako, a basketball small forward for Indiana Hoosiers, graduated from Roselle Catholic High School in 2023. Mgbako initially went to Gill St. Bernard's School. The five-star recruit committed to Duke University, but after graduating, he received the National Letter of Intent from Duke. and eventually committed to the Indiana Hoosiers. He averaged five points per game and was only 1-for-13 on three-pointers over Indiana's first five games. He played over 20 minutes in two of IU's first five games, and he was occasionally benched late for defensive purposes.
Mgbako was named for the Big Ten All-Freshman Team and won the Big Ten Freshman of the Year. He participated in 33 games during the 2023-2024 season, scoring in double digits in 16 of his last 18 games, including three 20-point games. He led the team with 50 made threes, which was, in comparison, 24 more than the next closest Hoosier. He concluded the season averaging 12.1 points and 4.0 rebounds, and in terms of overall points, he had 377, or 12.2 points per game, and 82 free throws.
Who are Mackenzie Mgbako’s Parents?
Mackenzie Mgbako’s parents are C.Y. and Daphne Mgbako. However, no other information is available besides their names. Mgbako was born on November 18, 2004. He has three siblings: a younger brother, Ethan; an older brother, Ife; and a sister, Mikaylah.
FAQs on Mackenzie Mgbako
A. Mackenzie Mgbako is from Gladstone, New Jersey, in the United States.
A. In 33 games, Mackenzie Mgbako averaged 12.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 39.5 field goal percentage in 27.1 minutes.
A. Yes, Mackenzie Mgbako is returning for his sophomore season to the Indiana Hoosiers.
A. Mackenzie Mgbako stands 6 feet 8 inches or 203 cm tall.
A. Mackenzie Mgbako is 19 years old as of October 2024. He was born on November 18, 2004.
