Norris Agbakoko
Norris Agbakoko is a German professional basketball player for Alba Berlin of the Basketball Bundesliga. He plays as a center.
Early life
Agbakoko was born in Bremen, Germany, and initially played football during his youth. He transitioned to basketball after being discovered by Srdjan Klaric, the sporting director of EWE Baskets Oldenburg, in 2016. He subsequently joined the club's youth development program.Professional career
Agbakoko began his professional career with EWE Baskets Oldenburg in 2018, playing for their development team, Baskets Juniors/Oldenburger TB, in the 2. Bundesliga ProB. He also gained experience in the Regionalliga with TSG Westerstede.He made his debut in the Basketball Bundesliga during the 2020–21 season.
In June 2022, Agbakoko extended his contract with EWE Baskets Oldenburg until 2025, reflecting the club's confidence in his development.
In the 2023–24 BBL season, Agbakoko appeared in 23 games, averaging 6.9 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 0.7 assists per game, with a field goal percentage of 68.5%.