NBA sensation Jordan Nwora has decided to take his talents to Turkey for the upcoming 2024-25 season, signing with Turkish powerhouse Anadolu Efes. The announcement of this exciting move was made by the team recently, causing waves of anticipation among basketball fans worldwide.
A former second-round pick out of Louisville in 2020, Nwora has showcased his skills in the NBA over the past four seasons, bouncing around between three different teams. This upcoming stint with Anadolu Efes will mark his first foray into playing overseas, signaling a new chapter in his basketball journey.
At 26 years old, Nwora has already proven himself as a reliable scorer during his time in the league. Most recently, he spent two seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, before being traded to the Indiana Pacers during the 2022-23 season. Nwora then found himself on the move again in early 2024, this time landing with the Toronto Raptors for the remainder of the season.
In his 206 career regular season games (including 30 starts), Nwora has maintained solid averages of 7.6 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.0 assists. His shooting percentages speak to his efficiency on the court, boasting a 43.3% field goal percentage, 37.6% from beyond the arc, and an impressive 80.7% from the free-throw line.
Nwora’s NBA journey has been marked by involvement in two blockbuster trades, with both deals centering around high-profile players. The first trade in February 2023 saw him as part of a four-team trade that resulted in superstar Kevin Durant joining the Phoenix Suns. In January 2024, Nwora was part of the deal that brought Pascal Siakam to the Pacers.
Anadolu Efes has established itself as a force to be reckoned with in the EuroLeague, having secured back-to-back EuroLeague Finals victories in 2021 and 2022. Their recent success includes a Turkish Cup win in 2022 and a runner-up finish last season, setting the stage for Nwora to make his mark alongside a talented roster.
Notably, Anadolu Efes already boasts NBA alum Shane Larkin on their roster, who has made a name for himself both in the league and overseas. Larkin, the son of Baseball Hall of Famer Barry Larkin, holds a EuroLeague record for most points scored in a single game (49 in 2019), a feat that was recently bested by Nigel Hayes-Davis with 50 points in a EuroLeague matchup.
As Nwora prepares to embark on this new chapter with Anadolu Efes, fans can expect nothing short of excitement and anticipation as he joins forces with Larkin and the rest of the team in pursuit of further success in the upcoming season.
