Last Updated on September 13, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s detailed information about Gorgui Dieng:

  • Full Name: Gorgui Sy Dieng
  • Nickname: Senegalese Sniper
  • Nationality: Senegalese
  • Age: Born on January 18, 1990
  • Hometown: Kébémer, Senegal
  • Height: 6 feet 10 inches (2.08 meters)
  • Weight: 252 pounds (114 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 4 inches (2.24 meters)
  • Shoe Size: 16
  • Number: 5, 10, 14, 41 (varied over his career)
  • Position: Center / Power Forward
  • High School: Huntington Prep (Huntington, West Virginia)
  • College: University of Louisville (2010–2013)
  • NBA Draft: 2013 (1st round, 21st pick overall by the Utah Jazz, traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves)
  • Teams Played For:
    • Minnesota Timberwolves (2013–2020)
    • Memphis Grizzlies (2020–2021)
    • San Antonio Spurs (2021)
    • Atlanta Hawks (2021–2022)
    • San Antonio Spurs (2022–2023)
  • Championship Rings: None (as of 2024)
  • Kids: 1 son (born in 2017)
  • Siblings: 6 siblings
  • Net Worth: Made $76,359,107 in the NBA

Gorgui Dieng is known for his defensive presence, shot-blocking ability, and high basketball IQ. Off the court, he is heavily involved in humanitarian work, especially in his home country of Senegal, where he has contributed to healthcare and education initiatives.

Fun Facts

  • He became the Assistant General Manager of the Austin Spurs in 2024.