Last Updated on May 31, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
Izan Almansa has earned attention through his relentless motor, rebounding instincts, and ability to impact games without needing the offense to run through him. His physical style of play and willingness to do the dirty work have helped him stand out against top competition at a young age.
Player Profile
Personal Information:
- Full Name: Izan Almansa Pérez
- Nationality: Spanish
- Date of Birth: June 7, 2005
- Hometown: Murcia, Spain
- Height: 6 feet 10 inches (208 cm)
- Weight: 226 pounds (103 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 11 inches
- Shoe Size: Size 17 (US)
Basketball Career:
- Position: Power Forward / Center
- Jersey Number: 8
- High School: Information not publicly available
- College: Did not attend; developed through various professional programs
- NBA Draft: Declared for the 2024 NBA Draft but withdrew to further develop his game
- Professional Teams:
- Overtime Elite (2021–2023): Played for the YNG Dreamerz team, averaging 9.3 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists during the 2022-23 season.
- G League Ignite (2023–2024): Joined the G League Ignite program to prepare for the NBA Draft.
- Perth Wildcats (2024–Present): Signed as part of the NBL Next Stars program to gain professional experience in Australia.
Achievements:
- FIBA U17 World Cup (2022): Named MVP, leading Spain to a gold medal.
- FIBA U18 European Championship (2022): Awarded MVP, contributing significantly to Spain’s success.
- FIBA U19 World Cup (2023): Earned MVP honors, showcasing his continued development and impact on the international stage.
Personal Life:
- Children: None
- Siblings: Information not publicly available
Player Archetype / Play Style
Izan Almansa profiles as an interior-oriented big man whose game leans toward activity, touch, and play-finishing more than perimeter skill or self-creation. Listed at 6-foot-10 and around 230 pounds during the 2024 draft cycle, he has good size for a frontcourt player and plays with strong hands, functional strength, and a feel for operating around the basket. Offensively, he fits best as a complementary scorer who can finish inside, score on short-range touches, clean up misses, and make simple reads rather than stretch the floor as a high-volume shooter. Defensively, he projects more as a team big and interior presence than a true eraser, with his value tied to positioning, rebounding, and physical work in the paint more than standout rim-protection upside. Overall, Almansa’s style is that of a modern support big: productive near the rim, active on the glass, and most effective when he can play off others and bring energy, touch, and interior instincts to a frontcourt rotation. (The NBA G League)
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