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Luguentz Dort

Luguentz Dort is a Canadian professional basketball player known for his defensive play and physical style.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Luguentz Dort is a Canadian professional basketball player known for his defensive play and physical style. He was born in Montreal, Quebec, played college basketball at Arizona State, and entered the NBA as an undrafted free agent in 2019.

Early life and college career

Dort was born in Montreal-Nord, Quebec, and developed as a basketball player in Canada before moving to Arizona State for college. He played one season with the Sun Devils before entering professional basketball.

Professional career

Dort signed with the Oklahoma City Thunder after going undrafted in 2019. He established himself as a rotational player and later became known as one of the Thunder’s top defenders.

Playing style

Dort is noted for strength, physical on-ball defence, and the ability to guard multiple perimeter positions. His reputation as a defender has become a defining part of his NBA profile.

Recognition

Dort has received league-wide attention for his defensive impact, including selection to the NBA All-Defensive First Team in 2025.

Key facts

  • Luguentz Dort is a Canadian guard in the National Basketball Association.
  • He played one season of college basketball at Arizona State.
  • He joined the Oklahoma City Thunder as an undrafted free agent in July 2019.
  • He is widely recognized for his perimeter defence.
  • He was named to the NBA All-Defensive First Team in 2025.
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Canadian context

Dort is a Canadian-born NBA player from Quebec and is one of the more prominent Canadian guards in the league, making him relevant to Canadian basketball fans.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Luguentz Dort?
Luguentz Dort is a Canadian professional basketball guard who has played in the NBA since 2019.
Where was Luguentz Dort born?
He was born in Montreal-Nord, Quebec, Canada.
What college did Luguentz Dort attend?
He played college basketball at Arizona State University.
Was Luguentz Dort drafted into the NBA?
No. He entered the NBA as an undrafted free agent in 2019.
What is Luguentz Dort known for?
He is best known for his strong perimeter defence and physical style of play.

References

  1. NBA.com — https://www.nba.com/player/1629652/luguentz-dort
    Supports: Birthdate, height, weight, nationality, college, draft status, position, active NBA player profile
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luguentz_Dort
    Supports: Birthplace, Canadian nationality, college, undrafted signing, defensive reputation, nickname, All-Defensive First Team recognition
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nba/player/bio/_/id/4397020/luguentz-dort
    Supports: Birthdate, height, weight, college, active status, position
  4. Arizona State Sun Devils Athletics — https://thesundevils.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/player/luguentz-dort
    Supports: College team and player profile