Isaac Bonga

German basketball player with NBA experience

Isaac Bonga - German basketball player with NBA experience
Born

November 8th, 1999
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Born in 1999, this basketball player gained recognition in the NBA after being drafted in 2018. Played professionally in the German Basketball Bundesliga before moving to North America. Contributed to teams with a focus on defense and versatility on the court. Played for the Los Angeles Lakers and later for the Toronto Raptors, showcasing skills in both the regular season and playoffs.

Drafted in the second round of the 2018 NBA Draft

Played for the Los Angeles Lakers

Played for the Toronto Raptors

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