NBA: Nigerian-Born Isaac Okoro traded for Lonzo Ball

Nigerian born NBA star Isaac Okoro has been traded for point guard Lonzo Ball.

It was a blockbuster trade between NBA Eastern Conference teams the Chicago Bulls and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Okoro, a small forward of Nigerian descent now has cleraity ahead of NBA free agency.

Born in Atlanta, Georgia, to Nigerian parents Okoro has embraced African roots.

Okoro was selected fifth overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2020 NBA Draft after a standout freshman season at Auburn University, where he averaged 12.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game.

Known for his tenacious defense and athleticism, Okoro has developed into a reliable 3-and-D player.

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The trade sees Okoro who is 24, head to Chicago for a player with an injury-plagued resume.

Ball, the second overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers, has been a polarizing figure due to his talent and health challenges.

Okoro’s move to Chicago offers him a chance to redefine his career as his defensive impact could stabilize the Bulls’ forward rotation.