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D. J. Mbenga Biography
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.
| Name | D. J. Mbenga |
| First Name | Gabriel |
| Last Name | Gudding |
| Occupation | Basketball Player |
| Birthday | December 30 |
| Birth Year | 1980 |
| Place of Birth | Kinshasa |
| Home Town | |
| Birth Country | Congo |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Father | Not Available |
| Mother | Not Available |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Not Known |
| Children(s) | Not Available |
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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In July 2005, Mbenga re-joined the Dallas Mavericks for the 2005 NBA Summer League, and went on to play in 43 regular season games for the franchise in 2005–06. During the 2006 Western Conference Finals against the Phoenix Suns, Mbenga was suspended for six games for going into the stands, after he saw the wife of coach Avery Johnson being harassed by fans. He went on to manage seven playoff games in the Mavericks’ playoff run that ended in Game 6 of the NBA Finals where they lost to the Miami Heat.
D. J. Mbenga Net Worth
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.
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Basketball Player |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
On June 30, 2006, the Mavericks extended a qualifying offer to Mbenga in order to make him a restricted free agent. After again playing for the Mavericks in the 2006 NBA Summer League, Mbenga re-signed with the franchise to a three-year, non-guaranteed contract on July 13, 2006. However, he managed just 21 games in 2006–07 after suffering a torn right ACL on February 7, 2007. He returned to the court on October 23, 2007 in the Mavericks’ preseason finale against the Chicago Bulls where he recorded 5 rebounds, 2 blocks and 1 assist in 12 minutes of action. A week later, he was waived by the Mavericks.
On November 17, 2007, Mbenga signed with the Golden State Warriors. On January 6, 2008, he was waived by the Warriors.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
D. J. Mbenga height 7 ft 0 in Gabriel weight 116 kg & body measurements will update soon.
| Height | 7 ft 0 in |
| Weight | 116 kg |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
| Feet/Shoe Size | Not Available |
In 2005, Mbenga started the Mbenga Foundation with the goal to help children in the Democratic Republic of Congo and refugees in Belgium.
With starting forward Pau Gasol and center Andrew Bynum injured, Mbenga made his first start for the Lakers on November 6, 2009 in a 114-98 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Two days later, Mbenga recorded his first career double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds, in addition to 4 blocks, in a 104-88 win over the New Orleans Hornets. On April 9, 2010, he recorded a career high 11 points in a 97-88 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Mbenga went on to win his second NBA championship after the Lakers defeated the Boston Celtics 4 games to 3 in the 2010 NBA Finals.
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.
Relationships Record: We have no records of past relationships for D. J. Mbenga. You may help us to build the dating records for D. J. Mbenga!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.
Top Facts about D. J. Mbenga
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.
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