Luguentz Dort

Luguentz Dort is a Canadian professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA. In 2025, he was named to the NBA All-Defensive First Team, a testament to his defensive skills, which were notably highlighted during the 2020 NBA playoffs for his defense on James Harden. On April 13, 2021, Dort scored a career-high 42 points against the Utah Jazz, further proof of his offensive capabilities. In 2025, the Thunder became NBA Champions after winning Game 7 against the Indiana Pacers.

Alongside his NBA career, Dort has an equally impressive record in collegiate and national-level basketball. In 2019, he earned second-team All-Pac-12 honors, was named to the Pac-12 All-Defensive Team, and was voted Pac-12 Freshman of the Year. Prior to this, he won the BioSteel All-Canadian Game MVP twice in 2017 and 2018. Internationally, Dort has represented Canada in multiple prestigious events. In 2023, he played for the Canadian team at the FIBA World Cup, contributing to their bronze medal victory. His commitment to the Canadian senior men's national team is ongoing, with a three-year stint starting May 24, 2022.

Dort made his mark on the global stage with his selection for Canada's roster for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Whether leading the Thunder in scoring, as he did with 29 points in a game against the Golden State Warriors on November 3, 2023, or representing his home country in international tournaments, Dort continues to be a player to watch.