NBA Players from Qatar: Full List (2026)
2 NBA players have come from Qatar, by Wikipedia’s count (including 2 U.S.-born Qataris). Our table below names 1: players born outside the United States with a tie to Qatar, plus current players listed with its nationality. As of October 2026, 1 is on an NBA roster: Ousmane Dieng (Milwaukee Bucks).
NBA players from Qatar at a glance
| NBA players, all time | 2 (Wikipedia count); 1 named in our table |
|---|---|
| On NBA rosters, October 2026 | 1: Ousmane Dieng |
| First to play in the NBA | Ousmane Dieng (2022) |
| Longest NBA career | Ousmane Dieng (4 seasons) |
| Centers | None yet |
| 7-foot prospects in our database | 1 (see them) |
| Last checked | 9 October 2026 |
Every NBA player from Qatar
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ousmane Dieng | Guard | 2022 to present | Milwaukee Bucks | Also listed with France nationality |
Players from Qatar in the NBA in 2026-27
- Ousmane Dieng: guard, 6’9″, age 23, Milwaukee Bucks. Entering NBA season 5; drafted in 2022, round 1, pick 11.
NBA centers from Qatar
No player from Qatar has played center in the NBA so far. Our database also lists 1 young player from Qatar at 7 feet or taller.
7-Foot Prospects from Qatar
One active player from Qatar 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:
- Lual Manyang: 7’0″ (213 cm), born around 2005, East Stroudsburg (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.
Qatar’s National Basketball Team is one of the best, if not the best one from the Arab Nations. They are regular participants in the FIBA Asian Championship. Their most significant success was winning the bronze medal in 2003 and 2005. So far, they have only once qualified for the FIBA World Cup Championship.
Qatar NBA Players:
Jarvis Hayes
Hayes was born August 9, 1981, in Atlanta Georgia. However, in addition to his US, he also owns Qatari citizenship. As a result, he played for the Qatari National Basketball Team. James stands at 6’ 8” and performs as small forward. During his college days, he played for Western Carolina (1999–2000) and Georgia (2001–2003). On the 2003 NBA Draft, he was picked as 10th by the Washington Wizards. In the NBA, he also played for the Detroit Pistons and the New Jersey Nets. In 2011 he went abroad and played for various clubs in Turkey, Israel, Russia, and Italy. He had his last professional contract with Asesoft Ploiești in Romania where he ended his professional basketball career.
Clinton “Trey” Johnson III
This American-Qatari player was born on August 30, 1984, in Jackson, Mississippi. His first competitive games were during his college years playing for the Jackson State Tigers and Alcorn State Braves. His last season performances brought him the SWAC Player of The Year Award.
He spent most of his career in the NBA Development League, playing for the Bakersfield Jam. During his time in the D league, he was often called to play in the NBA. He had dew stints with the Los Angeles Lakers, the Toronto Raptors, and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Aside from the NBA and the D League, he also played for teams in Italy, France, and Spain.
Right now there are no immediate, additional NBA players expected to come from Qatar, but hopefully in the future we will see some blue chip NCAA or NBA prospects coming from Qatar.
Frequently asked questions
How many NBA players are from Qatar?
Wikipedia counts 2 (including 2 U.S.-born Qataris). Our table names 1 players with a tie to Qatar.
Which players from Qatar are in the NBA in 2026-27?
As of October 2026: Ousmane Dieng (Milwaukee Bucks).
Who was the first NBA player from Qatar?
Ousmane Dieng, who debuted in 2022 (also listed with France nationality).
Which centers from Qatar have played in the NBA?
None so far.
Are there 7-foot prospects from Qatar?
Yes. Our 7-Foot Prospect Database lists 1: Lual Manyang.
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 Qatar may be missing from the table. Last checked 9 October 2026.
