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Ben Shungu

b. 1997

American basketball player (born 1997)

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About Ben Shungu

Born 1997. Ben Shungu is an American basketball player.

Ben Shungu (born October 4, 1997) is an American professional basketball player for Miasto Szkła Krosno of the Polish Basketball League (PLK). He played college basketball for the Vermont Catamounts.

Professional career In 2022, after graduating from Vermont, Shungu signed his first pro contract with Riesen Ludwigsburg in the German Basketball Bundesliga. In the middle of the rookie season, he transferred to Karlsruhe Lions. Next season he started with Giants Düsseldorf in the same German 2nd League. In January, 2024, Shungu signed for Kalev/Cramo.

After winning Estonian Championship and Finals MVP he signed for the Fenerbahçe Koleji in the Turkish 2nd League. In 31 games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.6ppg, 4.8rpg, 5.7apg and 1.0spg. He was also voted League Player of the Week (2 times) but late in the season joined Hapoel Afula.

On July 6, 2025, Shungu signed with Legia Warsaw.

On January 15, 2026, he signed with Miasto Szkła Krosno of the Polish Basketball League (PLK).

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Important facts

Born
4 October 1997, South Burlington
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Basketball player
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Vermont
Also known as
Benjamin Ruben Shungu

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ben Shungu?

American basketball player (born 1997)

When was Ben Shungu born?

Ben Shungu was born on 4 October 1997 in South Burlington.

What is Ben Shungu's occupation?

Ben Shungu is a basketball player.

What nationality is Ben Shungu?

Ben Shungu is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ben Shungu

· Wikidata: Q100922653

· DBpedia: Ben Shungu

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