Who Are Zeke Nnaji’s Parents Janel Nnaji And Alphan Nnaji?

Ezekiel Tobechukwu “Zeke” Nnaji was born on  January 9, 2001. He is an American professional basketball player for the Denver Nuggets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was drafted 22nd overall in the 2020 NBA draft. He played college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats.

Nnaji was born in Minneapolis to Nigerian parents. He played baseball and soccer before starting basketball due to his height. He has played the piano since first grade. Nnaji composes his own music.

Who Are Zeke Nnaji’s Parents Janel Nnaji And Alphan Nnaji?

Nnaji’s father, Alphan, is from Nigeria, while his mother, Janel, is from Minnesota. His younger sister, Maya, is a highly regarded high school basketball recruit at Hopkins High School. His uncle, Obiora Nnaji, played center at the University of Florida from 1997 to 1999.