Luigi Suigo

Luigi Suigo (born 29 January 2007) is an Italian college basketball player for the Villanova Wildcats of the Big East Conference. He previously played for professional teams Olimpia Milano and Mega Superbet from 2023 to 2026. He has also represented the Italy national team.

Early life and youth career Luigi Suigo was born on 29 January 2007, in Tradate, of the Varese province. He began playing basketball at age five, later joining a local youth team at age seven. His early development was interrupted by a heel injury related to a growth spurt, which sidelined him for five years. During this period, Suigo continued to practice independently, citing James Harden as his idol, particularly regarding his perimeter play and step-back shooting technique. During his tenure, he became a two-time Italian youth champion and earned all-star honors.

KK Mega Basket (2025–2026) On 16 July 2025, Suigo signed with KK Mega Basket. On 5 October 2025, Suigo made his ABA League debut, recording 11 points and five rebounds in a 117–81 loss against Cedevita Olimpija.

On 8 February 2026, Suigo tallied twelve points and eleven rebounds in a 94–89 loss against KK Spartak Subotica, earning his first double-double in his professional career. On 21 February 2026, Suigo tallied a career-high 23 points, eight rebounds and two assists in a 106–84 loss against KK Crvena zvezda in the final of the Radivoj Korać Cup. On 26 April 2026, in his final game of the ABA season, Suigo scored three points and tallied one steal in a 98–89 win against KK Borac. In 26 ABA League games, Suigo averaged 7.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 17.8 minutes per game. Following the end of the season, Suigo declared for the 2026 NBA draft, while evaluating his options to play collegiate basketball. On June 13, 2026, Suigo withdrew from the 2026 NBA draft and committed to Villanova University.

National team career Junior national team Suigo was a member of the Italy U-17 national basketball team that won the silver medal at the 2024 FIBA Under-17 World Cup. Over seven tournament games, he averaged 7.0 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.7 blocks per game. Suigo was also a member of the Italy U-18 national basketball team that participated at the 2024 FIBA U18 EuroBasket. Over seven tournament games, he averaged 7.0 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per game.

Senior national team Suigo is representing Italy during 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup qualification. In his first four appearances, he has averaged 2.3 points and 1.8 rebounds in 7.4 minutes per game.

Career statistics

ABA League Source: 2025–26 Mega Superbet ABA League