KZ
OKPALA
F
Ht/Wt
6’8’’,
215 lbs
Experience
4
years
Debut
Oct 23, 2019
Born
Apr 28, 1999
(26 yrs)
Anaheim, California
Hometown
Los Angeles, California
Drafted
Drafted by Phoenix in 2019 (2/32).
College
Stanford
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-09-14 |
Signed as a free agent by the Sacramento Kings to a two-year contract.
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| 2022-02-11 |
Waived by the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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| 2022-02-11 |
Missed 21 games (sprained right wrist).
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| 2022-02-09 |
Acquired from the Miami Heat
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The Oklahoma City Thunder acquired forward/center KZ Okpala from the Miami Heat for a second-round draft pick in 2026. |
| 2021-12-29 |
Sprained right wrist, day-to-day.
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Scouting Report
Has enough size to play both forward positions, though he could use more bulk and strength in order to handle the power forward position in the NBA. Does his best work around the rim area on offense, but he is also adept at penetrating defenses and finishing plays himself. Runs the floor with aplomb and is an asset in transition. While his outside shot is improving, he still needs more work on his consistency and his overall range. Is a good athlete, overall.
Long Range Potential: Athletic combo forward with upside.
