Ezi Magbegor is an Australian professional basketball player who currently plays center for the Seattle Storm in the WNBA. Recognized for her shot-blocking, versatility, and defensive prowess, Magbegor is a WNBA champion, Olympic medalist, and one of the league’s most dynamic young bigs.
Early Life and Background
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Full Name: Eziyoda “Ezi” Magbegor
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Date of Birth: August 13, 1999
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Hometown: Craigieburn, Victoria, Australia (born in Wellington, New Zealand)
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Height: 6’4″–6’5″ (1.93–1.96 m)
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Weight: 181–182 lbs (82 kg)
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Position: Center/Forward
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Education:
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Attended Lake Ginninderra College (Canberra)
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Graduated from Deakin University with a Bachelor of Psychology (2021)
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Early Career:
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Played in the South East Australian Basketball League and Basketball Australia’s Centre of Excellence
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Debuted with the Canberra Capitals in the WNBL at age 17
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Joined the Melbourne Boomers in 2018, winning a WNBL championship in 2021–22
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Three-time WNBL Betty Watson Youth Player of the Year (2018, 2019, 2020)
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College and Youth Career
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Did not play college basketball in the United States; developed in Australia
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Youth Achievements:
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Led Australia to gold at the 2016 FIBA U17 World Cup
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Tournament Most Valuable Player and All-Tournament selection
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Debuted for the Australian senior national team (Opals) at the 2018 FIBA World Cup at age 18
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Professional Career
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WNBA Draft: 1st round, 12th overall, 2019 WNBA Draft by Seattle Storm
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Teams:
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Seattle Storm (2020–present)
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WNBA Stats (through 2024):
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Rookie season (2020): 6.5 points, 2.5 rebounds per game (13.3 minutes)
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2023: Career-highs in all major categories as a full-time starter
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2024: Started 37 games, averaged double-digit points and rebounds
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Franchise record: 82 blocks in a single season (2024)
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One of five players in WNBA history with 70+ blocks in back-to-back seasons (2023–24)
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Overseas:
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Played for USK Praha (Czech Republic) and Sopron Basket (Hungary) in EuroLeague
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Won the Hungarian Cup with Sopron Basket (2023)
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WNBL:
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Canberra Capitals (2017–2018)
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Melbourne Boomers (2018–2022)
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WNBL champion (2021–22)
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International and National Team Career
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Australia (Opals):
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Debuted at 2018 FIBA World Cup
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2020 Tokyo Olympics (quarterfinals)
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2022 FIBA World Cup
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2024 Paris Olympics (bronze medal)
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FIBA Asia Cup (2019)
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Commonwealth Games (2018)
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Youth:
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2016 FIBA U17 World Cup gold medalist, MVP, and All-Tournament selection
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Achievements & Honors
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WNBA champion (2020, Seattle Storm)
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WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2024)
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WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2022, 2023)
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Storm franchise record holder for blocks in a season (82)
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One of five players in WNBA history with 70+ blocks in back-to-back seasons
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WNBL champion (2021–22, Melbourne Boomers)
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Three-time WNBL Betty Watson Youth Player of the Year
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Olympic bronze medalist (2024, Australia)
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FIBA U17 World Cup gold medalist, MVP, and All-Tournament selection (2016)
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FIBA World Cup, FIBA Asia Cup, Commonwealth Games participant
Playing Profile
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Strengths:
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Elite shot-blocking and rim protection
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Versatile defender, able to guard multiple positions
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Strong rebounding and efficient scoring
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High basketball IQ and leadership
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Clutch performer in big games
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Style:
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Athletic, versatile center who excels in transition and half-court defense
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Brings toughness, championship experience, and a team-first mentality
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FAQs About Ezi Magbegor
What position does Ezi Magbegor play?
Center/Forward
Which team does she play for?
Seattle Storm (WNBA)
How old is Ezi Magbegor?
25 (born August 13, 1999)
What are her main achievements?
WNBA champion, Olympic bronze medalist, WNBA All-Defensive First Team, Storm franchise blocks record, WNBL champion, three-time WNBL Youth Player of the Year, FIBA U17 World Cup gold medalist and MVP
What is her playing style?
Versatile, athletic center with elite shot-blocking and defense
Conclusion
Ezi Magbegor is a dominant and accomplished center whose defensive intensity, shot-blocking, and championship pedigree have made her a cornerstone for the Seattle Storm and a rising star in global women’s basketball.
(Age, statistics, and honors are as of June 2025.)
