Serge Ibaka

Date of Birth: September 18, 1989

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Serge Ibaka, born Serge Jonas Ibaka Ngobila, is a Congolese-Spanish professional basketball player known for his shot-blocking and defensive prowess. Born on September 18, 1989, in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, Ibaka has become a significant figure in the NBA and international basketball. He began playing basketball at a young age, inspired by his parents who were both professional basketball players. Ibaka moved to Spain as a teenager to pursue his basketball career and joined the second division club CB L’Hospitalet. His talent soon caught the eye of scouts, and he was drafted 24th overall by the Seattle SuperSonics in the 2008 NBA Draft, although he began his NBA career with the Oklahoma City Thunder after the team’s relocation. Ibaka quickly made a name for himself with his incredible shot-blocking ability, earning the nickname “Iblocka.” Throughout his career, he has played for several NBA teams, including the Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Toronto Raptors, LA Clippers, and Milwaukee Bucks. One of the highlights of his career came in 2019 when he helped lead the Toronto Raptors to their first NBA Championship. Ibaka is also known for his community work, particularly through his Serge Ibaka Foundation, which focuses on improving the lives of children in the Congo and around the world.

5 Interesting Facts about Serge Ibaka

1. Serge Ibaka is fluent in four languages: Lingala, French, Spanish, and English.

2. He was the first player from the Republic of the Congo to win an NBA Championship.

3. Ibaka led the NBA in blocks per game for two consecutive seasons (2011-12 and 2012-13).

4. He became a Spanish citizen in 2011 and played for Spain in international competitions, winning a silver medal at the 2012 Olympics.

5. Ibaka is also a chef and has a YouTube cooking show called “How Hungry Are You?” where he cooks exotic dishes for his teammates and other celebrities.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Serge Ibaka

1. “I have always believed that hard work and dedication bring success.”

2. “Basketball is my passion, but giving back to my community is my purpose.”

3. “Winning the NBA Championship with the Raptors was one of the greatest moments of my life.”

4. “I am grateful for the opportunities basketball has given me, but I never forget where I came from.”

5. “Cooking is a way for me to relax and express myself. It’s another form of creativity.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Serge Ibaka’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $50 million.

Children

Serge Ibaka has one daughter, Ranie Ibaka, who was born in 2010. He has often spoken about the importance of being a present and supportive father in her life.