D. J. Mbenga
- January 9, 2024
- Basketball Player
Quick Facts
| Full Name | D. J. Mbenga |
| Occupation | Basketball Player |
| Date Of Birth | Dec 30, 1980(1980-12-30) |
| Age | 44 |
| Birthplace | Kinshasa |
| Country | Congo |
| Horoscope | Capricorn |
D. J. Mbenga Biography
| Name | D. J. Mbenga |
| Birthday | Dec 30 |
| Birth Year | 1980 |
| Place Of Birth | Kinshasa |
| Birth Country | Congo |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
D. J. Mbenga is one of the most popular and richest Basketball Player who was born on December 30, 1980 in Kinshasa, Congo.
In 2001, Mbenga joined Spirou Gilly of the Belgian Division II league where he made his professional debut in 2001–02. In 2002, he joined the Leuven Bears of the Belgian Basketball League for the 2002–03 season where in 21 games he averaged 8.1 points per game. Then in 2003, he joined Spirou Charleroi also of the Belgian Basketball League for the 2003–04 season where he played both league games and ULEB Cup games.
On July 14, 2004, Mbenga signed a two-year, $3.4 million contract with the Dallas Mavericks and joined them for the 2004 NBA Summer League. In an injury- riddled first season with the Mavericks in 2004–05, he managed just 15 games while averaging just one point per game.
D. J. Mbenga Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Basketball Player |
| House | Living in own house. |
D. J. Mbenga is one of the richest Basketball Player from Congo. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, D. J. Mbenga 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Didier “D. J.” Ilunga-Mbenga (pronounced Benga; born December 30, 1980) is a Belgian-Congolese professional basketball player. He has also played for the Belgian national basketball team as he is a dual citizen of both his native countries.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 7 ft 0 in |
| Weight | 116 kg |
D. J. Mbenga height 7 ft 0 in Gabriel weight 116 kg & body measurements will update soon.
Who is D. J. Mbenga Dating?
According to our records, D. J. Mbenga is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, D. J. Mbenga’s is not dating anyone.
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On January 21, 2008, Mbenga signed a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. On February 1, 2008, he signed a second 10-day contract with the Lakers. On February 11, 2008, he signed with the Lakers for the rest of the 2007–08 season. On September 24, 2008, he re-signed with the Lakers.
Facts & Trivia
Gabriel Ranked on the list of most popular Basketball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Congo. D. J. Mbenga celebrates birthday on December 30 of every year.
On March 6, 2009, Mbenga recorded a then career high 10 points on 4–5 shooting, along with 4 rebounds and 5 blocks, in a 110-90 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers went on to win the 2009 NBA championship after they defeated the Orlando Magic 4 games to 1 in the 2009 NBA Finals.
Top Facts about D. J. Mbenga
- D.J. Mbenga was born on December 30, 1980 in Congo.
- He played for the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers.
- Mbenga won two NBA championships with the Lakers in 2009 and 2010.
- He is known for his defensive skills and shot-blocking ability.
- Mbenga played college basketball at the University of Cincinnati.
- He represented the Democratic Republic of Congo national team in international competitions.
- In his NBA career, he averaged 1.8 points and 1.5 rebounds per game.
- Mbenga also played professionally in Belgium, Spain, and China.
- He retired from professional basketball in 2014 after a decade-long career.
- Mbenga now works as a player development coach for the Lakers organization