Temi Fagbenle is a British-Nigerian professional basketball player known for her impressive career in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA).
Early Life and Background– Full Name: Tèmítọ́pẹ́ "Temi" Fagbenle– Date of Birth: September 8, 1992– Place of Birth: Baltimore, Maryland, USA– Nationality: British and Nigerian
Family: Temi comes from an athletic family. Her father, Tunde Fagbenle, is a Nigerian, and her mother, Olusola Fagbenle, is British.
Minnesota Lynx: Temi was drafted by the Minnesota Lynx in the third round (35th overall) of the 2016 WNBA Draft. She played for the Lynx from 2017 to 2019.
Great Britain National Team: Temi has been a prominent player for the Great Britain women's national basketball team.
Skills and Playing Style– Position: Forward/Center– Height: 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm)
Playing Style: Temi is known for her versatility, strong defensive skills, and ability to play both forward and center positions. Her athleticism and basketball IQ make her a valuable player on both ends of the court.
WNBA Championship: As a member of the Minnesota Lynx, Temi was part of the team when they won the WNBA Championship in 2017.
All-Ivy League: During her college career, she earned multiple All-Ivy League honors for her performances at Harvard.
Advocacy: Temi is known for her advocacy on issues such as racial equality and women's empowerment. She uses her platform to speak on important social issues.
Education: In addition to her athletic achievements, Temi is well-educated, having attended prestigious institutions like Harvard and USC.
Temi Fagbenle continues to be an influential figure in women's basketball, both in the WNBA and on the international stage.
Fagbenle transferred to the USC Trojans to improve her standing in the WNBA draft. In 2016, she became the All-PAC-12 team honoree