Last Updated on January 10, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Precious Achiuwa is a modern high-energy power forward in the NBA. He plays with high energy and is a very good rebounder.

  • Full Name: Precious Ezinna Achiuwa
  • Nickname: Pookie
  • Nationality: United States
  • DOB: Born September 19, 1999
  • Hometown: Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Wingspan: 7’1″ (2.16 m)
  • Height: 6 feet 7.50 inches (2.02 m)
  • Weight: 225 lbs (102 kg)
  • Shoe Size: 15 (US)
  • Shoe Brand: Anta KT Splash 5, Anta Daringly 3.0, Anta KT7, Nike Kybrid S2
  • Number: 5 (Heat), 5 (Raptors), 5 (Knicks)
  • Position: Power Forward / Center
  • High School: Montverde Academy, St. Benedict’s Preparatory School, Our Saviour Lutheran School
  • College: Memphis Tigers (University of Memphis)
  • Draft: 2020, 1st round (20th pick overall) by the Miami Heat (contract history)
  • Teams Played For:
    • Miami Heat (2020–2021)
      • Drafted by the Miami Heat as the 20th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.
      • Played one season with the Heat.
    • Toronto Raptors (2021–present)
      • Traded to the Toronto Raptors as part of the deal for Kyle Lowry in 2021.
      • Continues to play as a key rotational player for the Raptors, known for his defensive versatility and energy.
  • 2K Rating: 78 (2K25)
  • Speciality: Rebounding, protecting the paint
  • Net Worth: Precious Achiuwa Contract History

Precious Achiuwa is a frontcourt swingman who can play center and power forward positions equally well in the modern NBA. I thought the Knicks did very well to land him in the trade along with OG Anunoby because I felt Achiuwa had the upside to become one of the greatest centers the Knicks have had since Ewing. 8/13/2024

Notes:

  • Precious Achiuwa’s height in shoes is approximately 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 meters). He is officially listed at 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 meters) barefoot.
  • Precious Achiuwa’s playing weight is listed at approximately 225 pounds (102 kilograms).
  • Because he’s not as tall as some players, Precious Achiuwa generally will struggle to get the recognition that he deserves. Achiuwa can play the power forward and center positions. He plays both positions well and whatever team manages to sign him will outperform because they will sign him for less than the value he gives to the team. Achiuwa is the kind of player contenders love to sign because he will outplay his contract and that’s what you need after you overspend on your superstars.
  • Precious Achiuwa started his NBA career wearing Nike basketball shoes. He then switched to Anta. Other notable NBA players wearing Anta include Kyrie Irving.

Fun Facts

  • He grew up playing soccer in Nigeria. His parents didn’t move to the United States until he was in the eighth grade. His basketball interest developed after that.
  • His mother did actually name him Precious Achiuwa — that’s his real name.

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