Norris Agbakoko

Norris Agbakoko (born 16 January 2000) is a German professional basketball player for Alba Berlin of the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL). He plays as a center.

Early life Agbakoko was born in Bremen, Germany, and initially played football during his youth. He transitioned to basketball after being discovered by Srdjan Klaric, the sporting director of EWE Baskets Oldenburg, in 2016. He subsequently joined the club's youth development program.

Professional career Agbakoko began his professional career with EWE Baskets Oldenburg in 2018, playing for their development team, Baskets Juniors/Oldenburger TB, in the 2. Bundesliga ProB. He also gained experience in the Regionalliga with TSG Westerstede.

He made his debut in the Basketball Bundesliga during the 2020–21 season.

In June 2022, Agbakoko extended his contract with EWE Baskets Oldenburg until 2025, reflecting the club's confidence in his development.

National team career Agbakoko has represented Germany at various youth levels. In the summer of 2023, he was part of the German U23 national team that participated in the Globl Jam tournament in Toronto under head coach Gordon Herbert.