Stanley Umude is a Nigerian-American professional basketball player who plays for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA as of December 2024. Born on April 12, 1999, Umude represents a new generation of athletes navigating the challenging landscape of professional sports through determination and skill. Despite going undrafted in the 2022 NBA Draft, Umude began his journey with an initial Exhibit 10 contract with the Detroit Pistons, though he was ultimately waived before the season started. This setback did not deter Umude, who quickly found his way to the Motor City Cruise, the Pistons' G League affiliate.
As of December 2024, in the G-League, he averaged 15.4 points and 5.5 rebounds per game across 30 games. Umude's persistence and skill caught the attention of the Milwaukee Bucks, who signed him to a two-way contract on July 9, 2024. This opportunity allows him to split time between the NBA team and their G League affiliate, the Wisconsin Herd. Early indications of his potential are promising, with impressive performances that highlight his scoring ability and continued growth as a professional basketball player.
Who are Stanley Umude's parents?
John and Funmi Umude are the parents of Stanley Umude.
Stanley Umude Siblings
Stanley Umude comes from a family that includes two siblings: his brother Sidney Umude and his sister Stephanie Umude.
Sidney Umude
Sidney Umude, born on July 31, 1995, is a basketball player who has followed a similar path in professional sports. Standing at six foot seven, Sidney is a power forward with an impressive basketball career. During his high school years at St. Thomas Aquinas High School, he was coached by Steve Strand and made a significant impact on the court. His performance caught the attention of scouts, with ESPN ranking him as the 56th-best power forward and Florida Hoops rating him as the 33rd-best senior prospect in Florida.
Sidney's professional career has taken him to international markets. From 2022 to 2023, he played for L'Hospitalet in Spain's LEB Silver league. Subsequently, he continued his professional journey with the ESC Longueau Amiens MSBB in the French NM2 league. Throughout his career, Sidney has maintained a solid performance, averaging 11 points and six rebounds per game during his high school years.
Stephanie Umude
Stephanie Umude is Stanley Umude's sister.
FAQs on Stanley Umude
A. Stanley Umude is 25 years old as of December 2024.
A. Stanley Umude is 6 feet 6 inches tall.
A. Stanley Umude plays for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA as of December 2024.
A. Stanley Umude weighs 210 lbs (95 kg).