Udoka Azubuike Parents

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Udoka Azubuike Parents
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Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Udoka Azubuike is a professional basketball player signed with the Phoenix Suns. Azubuike’s rise to stardom began when he received a scholarship to play high school basketball in the US.

After excelling at Potter’s House Christian Academy in Florida, United States, Azubuike drew attention of top tier college programs, and eventually committed to University of Kansas.

Over four seasons for the Jayhawks, Azubuike won several individual accolades, and finished his college career with a record field goal percentage in NCAA history (74.6%).

In the 2020 NBA Draft, the Utah Jazz selected Azubuike 27th overall. As of May 2024, he is now on a two-way contract with the Suns.

Udoka Azubuike Parents

Fabian Azubuike and Florence Azuonuwu are the parents of Udoka Azubuike.

Who is Udoka Azubuike’s father?

Udoka Azubuike’s father was Fabian Azubuike. He was a police officer back in Lagos, Nigeria. When Udoka was 10 years old, his father passed away due to an undiagnosed disease. Initially, the disease seemed contained, causing swelling in Fabian’s feet. However, these eventually grew into boils all over Fabian’s legs that culminated in his death in 2009.

Who is Udoka Azubuike’s mother?

Udoka Azubuike Parents
Udoka Azubuike (Image credits: Getty Images)

Following Fabian’s passing, the familial responsibilities and upbringing of kids was left to Azubuike’s mother, Florence Azuonuwu. With childhood stricken with fear, poverty and crime, Udoka was guided by his mother on how to survive and stay safe.

Azubuike says that the work ethic and responsibility taken up by his mother between hs fathers death and his departure to the United States influence his approach to life till date. He has taken it upon himself to ensure that he makes his mother, a driving force behind his success, proud of his accomplishments not just within the sphere of basketball but across all aspects of his life.

What is Udoka Azubuike's parents' nationality?

Udoka Azubuike’s parents are of Nigerian nationality. He was born in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to the United States alone at the age of 13 to play high school basketball. Udoka is one of 5 children to Fabian and Florence. Udoka is the youngest of the five children, with two sisters and two brothers.

As a rising talent in the NBA, Udoka is focused on achieving star status and improving his game to provide for his family and make his mother proud.

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FAQ's On Udoka Azubuike Parents

A. Udoka Azubuike was born on September 17, 1999 in Lagos, Nigeria. 

A. Udoka Azubuike is 6 feet and 10 inches tall and weighs around 127 kg. 

A. Udoka Azubuike played college basketball for the University of Kansas. 

A. The Phoenix Suns players on a two-way contract are Udoka Azubuike, Saban Lee and Theo Maledon.

A. Udoka Azubuike holds the record for the highest field goal percentage in NCAA history (74.6% over four seasons).

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