Date of Birth: February 8, 1970
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Date of Death: *Not applicable*
Biography
Alonzo Mourning, born Alonzo Harding Mourning Jr., is a retired American professional basketball player who is widely regarded as one of the most dominant centers in NBA history. Mourning was born in Chesapeake, Virginia, and displayed an early talent for basketball, which earned him a scholarship to Georgetown University. There, he became a standout player, leading the Hoyas to several NCAA tournament appearances. Mourning was selected second overall by the Charlotte Hornets in the 1992 NBA Draft. He quickly made an impact, earning the NBA Rookie of the Year award. In 1995, he was traded to the Miami Heat, where he spent the majority of his career and became the face of the franchise. During his time with the Heat, Mourning was a seven-time NBA All-Star and two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year. He played a pivotal role in helping the Heat secure their first NBA Championship in 2006. Off the court, Mourning is known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in kidney disease awareness, having battled focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, a rare kidney disorder. He underwent a kidney transplant in 2003, which temporarily halted his career, but he made a remarkable comeback. Mourning’s resilience and contributions to the game were honored when he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2014.
5 Interesting Facts about Alonzo Mourning
1. Alonzo Mourning has a kidney foundation named after him, the Alonzo Mourning Charities, which focuses on youth development and kidney disease awareness.
2. He was the first Miami Heat player to have his jersey number (#33) retired by the team.
3. Mourning was named an NBA All-Star seven times during his career.
4. He won an Olympic gold medal with the U.S. men’s basketball team at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
5. Alonzo Mourning is an author; he released an autobiography titled “Resilience” in 2008.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Alonzo Mourning
1. “I have been through so much in my life. I have seen the bottom. I’ve been at the top. I’ve seen the worst. I’ve seen the best. And I’ve been through it all.”
2. “You don’t have to be the biggest, the strongest, or the most talented. You just have to be the most determined.”
3. “My success is not measured by wins and losses, but by my ability to go out and give my best.”
4. “Anything is possible when you have the right people there to support you.”
5. “When you face difficult times, know that challenges are not sent to destroy you. They’re sent to promote, increase, and strengthen you.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Alonzo Mourning’s net worth was estimated to be around $70 million.
Children
Alonzo Mourning has three children: Alonzo Mourning III (known as Trey), Myka Sydney Mourning, and Alijah Mourning.
Relevant Links
1. [Alonzo Mourning’s NBA Profile](https://www.nba.com/player/297
3. [Alonzo Mourning Charities](http://www.amcharities.org/
4. [Alonzo Mourning’s Biography on ESPN](http://www.espn.com/nba/player/bio/_/id/297/alonzo-mourning
