Quick Info
| Profession | Professional basketball player |
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| Nationality | Croatian |
| Date of Birth | 25/02/1995 |
| Age | 31 years |
| Birthplace | Dubrovnik, Croatia |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Mario Hezonja
28/08/2026
Hezonja delivered a strong performance for the Croatian national team during its 2027 FIBA World Cup European Qualifiers campaign. He scored 28 points in a 115-80 win over Latvia, leading all Croatian scorers in the 35-point victory.
01/07/2026
Mario Hezonja returned to the NBA after several seasons in Europe when the Cleveland Cavaliers signed him in July 2026. The reported deal is a one-year contract, and he has since become a regular part of Cleveland's bench rotation.
22/05/2026
Hezonja was a leading figure for Real Madrid at the 2026 EuroLeague Final Four in Athens, which took place from 22 to 24 May 2026. He finished as the tournament's top scorer with 44 points, closing out his time with the Spanish club.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Croatian professional basketball player nicknamed Super Mario, who has represented the Croatian national team in international competition. |
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| Current Team | Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA) |
Physical Stats & More
| Position | Forward |
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| Height | 2.02 m |
Career
| Club Start | Signed with Croatian club KK Zagreb in 2010 |
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| Spain | Signed a three-year contract with a Spanish club in July 2012 |
| NBA Draft | Selected fifth overall by the Orlando Magic in the 2015 NBA Draft |
| NBA Debut | 28/10/2015 |
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| International | Represented the Croatian national team |
| Real Madrid Period | 2022–2026 |
| Cavaliers Return | Rejoined the NBA with Cleveland in July 2026 on a one-year contract |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Nicknamed Super Mario | |
| 2. Was nominated for the FIBA Europe Young Player of the Year Award in 2012 |
