ORLANDO – Family has always been extremely important to Serge Ibaka.
His parents inspired him to start playing basketball at a young age. His father played professionally in Africa and on the Republic of Congo national team. His mother played on the Democratic Republic of Congo national team. He also is the third youngest of 18 children.
Ibaka’s admiration for his parents shows on the court. Ibaka wore jersey No. 9 – his dad’s playing number – in Oklahoma City and wears jersey No. 7 – his mom’s number – in Orlando.
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