NBA Players from Hungary: Full List (2026)
1 NBA player has come from Hungary, by Wikipedia’s count. As of October 2026, none is on an NBA roster. The most recent was Kornél Dávid (1999-2001).
NBA players from Hungary at a glance
| NBA players, all time | 1 (Wikipedia count) |
|---|---|
| On NBA rosters, October 2026 | None |
| First to play in the NBA | Kornél Dávid (1999) |
| Longest NBA career | Kornél Dávid (3 seasons) |
| Centers | None yet |
| 7-foot prospects in our database | 1 (see them) |
| Last checked | 9 October 2026 |
Every NBA player from Hungary
Sorted by NBA debut, earliest first. Status is as of October 2026, before the 2026-27 regular season, so it includes players on training camp deals.
| Player | Position | NBA seasons | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kornél Dávid | Forward | 1999-2001 | Former player |
Players from Hungary in the NBA in 2026-27
No player from Hungary is on an NBA roster as of October 2026. The next one may already be in our database: see the prospects below.
NBA centers from Hungary
No player from Hungary has played center in the NBA so far. Our database also lists 1 young player from Hungary at 7 feet or taller.
7-Foot Prospects from Hungary
One active player from Hungary is listed at 7 feet or taller and born in 2001 or later in our 7-Foot Prospect Database, last checked on 9 October 2026:
- Ben Kaye: 7’0″ (213 cm), born in 2005, Colorado Mesa (NCAA D2)
See every player, with filters by country, in the 7-Foot Prospect Database.
Player profiles from our archive
This section was first published in 2018. Teams and career details in it are as of that time; the tables above show where things stand in October 2026.
Hungary has only produced one NBA player in its history: Kornel David who starred on the Chicago Bulls. As for future NBA players from Hungary, it looks like based on recent success, they may indeed produce some NBA talent. The Hungarian national basketball team had its greatest years in between the 1940s and 1960s, when it won a bunch of medals at the global stage and qualified for the Summer Olympics on four occasions. Hungary later qualified for the EuroBasket 2017, its first qualification in almost 18 years and first EuroBasket victory in 48 years.
NBA Players from Hungary:
Kornél Dávid
Dávid was born in October 1971 and is now retired from professional basketball. He was one of the most well-known Hungarian basketball pros in his time. In fact, he has been the sole Hungarian to be a part of the NBA.
Dávid was brought up with the Budapesti Honvéd juniors squad and started playing for them in 1987. After one season, he was signed on by Malev SC for two seasons and then returned to Budapesti Honvéd. He stayed there till 1994 when Albacomp (Székesfehérvár) picked him up until 1997.
Later that year, Dávid became part of the Chicago Bulls but was waived in the same month. Part of that season was spent with Rockford Lightning (CBA). However, he was also let go from there at the end of 1997.
He went to Hungary again and committed to Albacomp Székesfehérvár for the remainder of the season. He ended up leading the team to win the Hungarian National Championship in 1997-1998. While he stayed on for some of the next season, he didn’t complete it.
Overall, Dávid has participated in 109 games in the NBA. He has started 11 of them and has an average of 2.8 rebounds and 5 points.
Frequently asked questions
How many NBA players are from Hungary?
Wikipedia counts 1.
Which players from Hungary are in the NBA in 2026-27?
None as of October 2026. The most recent was Kornél Dávid (1999-2001).
Who was the first NBA player from Hungary?
Kornél Dávid, who debuted in 1999.
Which centers from Hungary have played in the NBA?
None so far.
Are there 7-foot prospects from Hungary?
Yes. Our 7-Foot Prospect Database lists 1: Ben Kaye.
More guides: NBA players by country. Scouting reports: NBA center prospects.
Sources: Wikipedia, List of NBA players born outside the United States (revision of 3 October 2026); RealGM NBA player list (9 October 2026); Low Key NBA 7-Foot Prospect Database. U.S.-born players with family ties to Hungary may be missing from the table. Last checked 9 October 2026.
