Bismack Biyombo Sumba, born on August 28, 1992, is a Congolese professional basketball athlete currently with the Memphis Grizzlies in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He entered the NBA scene as the seventh overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft, initially chosen by the Sacramento Kings and later traded to the Charlotte Bobcats (now known as the Hornets). Biyombo has showcased his talents on various NBA teams, including the Toronto Raptors, Orlando Magic, and Phoenix Suns.
Career
- Fuenlabrada (2011): Biyombo’s Spanish ACB League debut with Fuenlabrada on January 9, 2011, showcased 5 points and 7 rebounds. He made history at the 2011 Nike Hoops Summit, achieving a triple-double for the World Select Team with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 blocks—the first in Summit’s history.
- Charlotte Bobcats / Hornets (2011–2015): Drafted seventh overall by the Sacramento Kings in the 2011 NBA draft, Biyombo’s rights were traded to the Charlotte Bobcats.
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- Orlando Magic (2016–2018): In July 2016, Biyombo signed a four-year, $72 million contract with the Orlando Magic.
- Return to Charlotte (2018–2021): Traded back to the Charlotte Hornets in 2018, Biyombo contributed to the team’s efforts.
- Phoenix Suns (2022–2023): After a period of free agency in 2021, Biyombo signed a 10-day contract with the Phoenix Suns in January 2022.
- Memphis Grizzlies (2023–present): Biyombo joined the Memphis Grizzlies on November 1, 2023.
Family and Net worth
Bismack was born in Lubumbashi, Zaire, to parents François and Françoise Biyombo, surrounded by three brothers, Billy, Biska, and Bikim, and three sisters, Bimeline, Bikelene, and Bimela. He has carved a significant niche in the sports industry, earning not just accolades but also amassing a considerable net worth. As of 2023, his financial success is estimated at an impressive $10 million, a testament to his talent and unwavering dedication.
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More about Bismack Biyombo
Bismack Biyombo is not just a basketball star; he’s also a language enthusiast, fluent in five languages, and enjoys reading in his free time. In 2016, he started the Bismack Biyombo Foundation, which showed its generosity during the COVID-19 pandemic by donating about $1 million worth of medical supplies to help people in Congo. While he could play for the DR Congo men’s national basketball team, he never did, despite planning to in November 2018. In a heartwarming move, Biyombo pledged his entire salary from the 2021–22 season to build a hospital in Congo, honoring his father’s memory.