Mouhamed Gueye is a 6’10” power forward/center with elite versatility, defensive instincts, and a rapidly developing offensive game. Born in Dakar, Senegal, on November 9, 2002, Gueye initially played soccer before transitioning to basketball, where his exceptional length (7’5” wingspan) and mobility quickly set him apart.

After moving to the U.S., he honed his skills at Prolific Prep (Napa, CA), graduating in 2021 as a four-star recruit and the No. 34 prospect in the nation. His high school career—playing alongside top talents like Jalen Green—showcased his rebounding dominance (11.5 RPG as a senior) and defensive potential.

Gueye committed to Washington State, where he became an immediate impact player. As a freshman, he earned Pac-12 All-Freshman honors, and by his sophomore year, he was a First-Team All-Pac-12 selection, leading the conference in double-doubles (15) and rebounds (8.4 per game). His two-way versatility and shot-blocking (1.9 BPG) caught NBA scouts’ attention, leading to his selection in the 2023 NBA Draft (39th overall by the Charlotte Hornets, later traded to the Atlanta Hawks).

Since joining the Hawks, Gueye has shown flashes of his potential, contributing as a switchable defender and stretch big. He splits time between the NBA and the G League’s College Park Skyhawks, refining his three-point shot and playmaking. Off the court, he remains deeply connected to his Senegalese roots, fluent in Wolof and French, and is part of a basketball family—his cousins play professionally in Europe and for Senegal’s national team.

With his rare blend of size, skill, and work ethic, Gueye is poised to become a long-term NBA contributor and a role model for aspiring players in Africa and beyond.