Quick Info
| Profession | Professional basketball player |
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| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Date of Birth | 28/10/2000 |
| Age | 25 years |
| Birthplace | Lagos, Nigeria |
Latest News about Charles Bassey
09/07/2026
Charles Bassey signed a one-year contract with the Golden State Warriors after spending part of the 2025-26 season with multiple teams. The move brought him back to Golden State, where he is expected to provide frontcourt depth for the 2026-27 season.
27/12/2025
Bassey joined the Santa Cruz Warriors of the NBA G League after his roster situation changed late in the year. The move kept him within the Golden State organization and extended his professional play into the G League.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Charles Akemini Bassey |
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| Known For | NBA center/forward |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 10 in |
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| Weight | 230 lbs |
| Position | Center / Forward |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Western Kentucky University |
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| High School | St. Anthony Catholic High School |
Personal Life
| Early Sport | Soccer before switching to basketball |
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Career
| Current Team | Golden State Warriors |
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| NBA Draft | 2021 NBA Draft, Round 2, Pick 53 by Philadelphia 76ers |
| College Career | Played college basketball for Western Kentucky Hilltoppers |
| Professional Career | Professional basketball career in the NBA and G League |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born in Lagos, Nigeria. | |
| 2. Played soccer until age 12. | |
| 3. Was named MVP at the Giants of Africa basketball camp as a teenager. | |
| 4. Declared for the 2021 NBA Draft after his junior season at Western Kentucky. |