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Jersey Number 34
Paul Mbiya
- Position:
- Center
- Height:
- 7-0
- Weight:
- 245
- Class:
- Sophomore
- Hometown:
- Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Prev School:
- ASVEL
Get to Know Paul ...
What is the significance behind your jersey number?
- I am a fan of Giannis Antetokounmpo; and his playing style significantly influenced my choice of this number.
Who or what inspired you to start playing basketball growing up?
- Growing up in the same neighborhood as Dikembe Mutombo, and having participated in basketball camps led by Bismack Biyombo and Serge Ibaka, they were significant inspirations. However, Giannis Antetokounmpo remains my primary inspiration.
Do you have any pre-game superstitions or routines?
- My routine primarily involves a brief prayer before games.
Could you share your favorite basketball moment as a player or fan?
- My debut performance in the EuroLeague against Alba Berlin stands out. I believe I made a substantial contribution to the team's victory, which was a special experience for me.
Which players do you model your game after?
- I primarily model my game after Giannis Antetokounmpo due to his impactful presence. I also study players such as Evan Mobley and Serge Ibaka. This past summer, I extensively analyzed videos of Neemias Queta.
Who is your favorite basketball player?
- Giannis Antetokounmpo
A center from Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo … Signed with Kansas in June 2025 … At 7-foot, has a 7-foot-8 wingspan … Can speak multiple languages - French, Lingala, Swahili, and English.
2025-26 (FRESHMAN)
Played in 21 games in 2025-26 ... Played his best ball in the NCAA Tournament scoring a career-high eight points vs. California Baptist (3/20) and pulling down a career-high six rebounds vs. St. John’s (3/22) ... Scored four points two times - in the win against Davidson (12/22) and versus Kansas State (3/7).
BEFORE KANSAS
Played the 2024-25 season in the ASVEL team system in the top-tier level French Pro A League ... Averaged 15.3 points, 11.7 rebounds and 3.0 blocked shots per game in 2024-25 ... In 2023-24, averaged 15.5 points, 11.6 rebounds and 3.1 blocks per game for the ASVEL U21 team ... Also appeared in 10 games in 2023-24 for the top ASVEL team ... Prior to playing for ASVEL, was part of the NBA Academy Africa and was a 2022 Basketball Without Borders All-Star selection.
PERSONAL
Born in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo ... Father's name is Emmanuel Ngandu Lukumuena and mother's name is Beby Kangolongo Ngoyi .. Has one brother, Josue Ngayi, and four sisters - Mariam, Sarah, Sofia, and Aminata ... Undecided on a major.
JAYHAWKS WHO WORE NO. 34 (*jersey is retired)
Perry Ellis (2013-16), Christian Moody (2003-06), Chris Zerbe (2001-02), *Paul Pierce (1996-98), Richard Scott (1991-94), Freeman West (1989-90), Tony Guy (1979-82)
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