Georges Niang, known as "The Minivan," is an American professional basketball player currently with the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. He gained recognition as an All-American player during his college career at Iowa State University. Niang is a power forward known for his versatile offensive game, including his shooting ability and post moves. He was drafted into the NBA in 2016. His nickname reflects his reliable and steady style of play.
On June 17, 1993, Georges Niang, nicknamed "The Minivan", was born. He is an American professional basketball player.
In 2011, Georges Niang led his team to the NEPSAC Class AA championship with a 72–56 win over St. Mark's and was named outstanding player of the tournament. His team lost in the 2011 National Prep Championship to Notre Dame Prep (87–85), as Niang scored 31 points. His BABC squad won the 2011 Nike Peach Jam, one of the most competitive AAU tournaments in the country.
In 2012, Georges Niang was considered one of the best players on the East Coast, ending his prep career as a consensus national top-100 recruit. He was ranked No. 42 by Lindy's, No. 56 by ESPNU, No. 69 by Scout.com, No. 69 by Rivals.com, No. 73 by The Sporting News, and No. 81 by CBS Sports in the 2012 prep national rankings. He committed to Iowa State.
In 2012, Niang was named the NEPSAC Class AA Player of the Year. He amassed a school-record 2,372 points during his Tilton School career.
In 2013, Niang was named to the Big 12 All-Rookie Team in his freshman year.
In 2014, during the second round of the NCAA tournament, Niang broke the fifth metatarsal in his right foot, forcing him to sit for the remainder of the event.
In the 2014 offseason, Niang cut back on his calorie consumption and slimmed down to 230 pounds (100 kg) from 260 pounds (120 kg).
On July 11, 2016, Georges Niang officially signed with the Indiana Pacers.
On July 14, 2017, Georges Niang was waived by the Indiana Pacers.
On August 16, 2017, Niang signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Golden State Warriors.
On October 14, 2017, Niang was waived by the Golden State Warriors.
On January 14, 2018, Niang signed a two-way contract with the Utah Jazz.
On July 13, 2018, Georges Niang signed a standard contract with the Utah Jazz.
On April 10, 2019, Georges Niang scored a then-career-high 24 points against the Los Angeles Clippers.
On May 8, 2021, Georges Niang scored 24 points against the Houston Rockets.
On August 9, 2021, Niang signed a two-year, $6.7 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.
On April 7, 2023, Niang had his highest scoring output as a Sixer, posting 24 points in a 136-131 overtime win over the Atlanta Hawks.
On July 6, 2023, Niang signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
On January 17, 2024, Niang scored a new career high of 33 points against the Milwaukee Bucks.
On February 6, 2025, Niang was traded to the Atlanta Hawks.
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