Boban Marjanović

Boban Marjanović is a Serbian professional basketball player known for his exceptional height and for playing centre.

Boban Marjanović is a Serbian professional basketball player known for his exceptional height and for playing centre. He has played in Serbia, Russia, Lithuania, the NBA, and other international leagues, and has also represented Serbia in international competition. He is one of the tallest players in professional basketball, listed at 2.24 m (7 ft 4 in).

Early life and career

Marjanović was born in 1988 in Boljevac, in what was then SR Serbia, Yugoslavia. He developed as a centre and played professionally in Europe before becoming widely known in Serbia and later moving to higher-profile leagues.

Club career

Marjanović played for clubs in Serbia, Russia, and Lithuania before becoming established in the Serbian domestic league. His career later included stops in the NBA, as well as teams in China and Turkey, reflecting a lengthy international career.

NBA career

Marjanović entered the NBA as an undrafted player in 2010 and made his NBA debut in 2015. Over a nine-season span, he played for the San Antonio Spurs, Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, Dallas Mavericks, and Houston Rockets.

International career

Marjanović has represented Serbia in international competition. He was part of Serbia’s team that won the 2007 FIBA U19 World Championship. His national-team experience is a notable part of his career profile.