Hedo Türkoğlu is a Turkish former professional basketball player who played 15 seasons in the National Basketball Association. Since 2016, he has served as the president of the Turkish Basketball Association. While in the NBA, he has played with different teams, like the Orlando Magic, Sacramento Kings, Phoenix Suns, and Los Angeles Clippers.

Player Profile and Personal Life

Hidayet “Hedo” Türkoğlu was born on March 19, 1979, in Istanbul, Turkey. He stands 208 cm tall and his playing weight was listed at 100 kg. Türkoğlu played primarily as a small forward and power forward.

Hedo Türkoğlu’s parents were originally from Serbia, and they changed their surname to Türkoğlu after moving to Turkey. He speaks Serbian fluently. Türkoğlu is married and has two daughters.

Team 674 turkey national basketball team Turkey National Basketball Team
Position Small Forward
Height / weight 2.08 m / 100 kg
Born 19 Mar 1979
Nationality Turkey Turkey
Playing Style Right Handed
Nickname Turkish Jordan
Team History
674 turkey national basketball team Turkey Basketball Team 1996 - present
231 los angeles clippers LA Clippers 2014 - 2015
215 orlando magic Orlando 2010 - 2014
206 toronto raptors Toronto 2009 - 2010
232 phoenix suns Phoenix 2010
215 orlando magic Orlando 2004 - 2009
222 san antonio spurs San Antonio 2003 - 2004
233 sacramento kings Sacramento 1996 - 2000
Efes Pilsen 1996 - 2000

Professional Career

Türkoğlu began his professional career with Efes Pilsen in Turkey before being drafted 16th overall by the Sacramento Kings in the 2000 NBA Draft. He was the first Turkish-born player in NBA history. In his first season, he was named to the 2001 NBA All-Rookie Second Team.

His breakout season came in 2007-08 with the Orlando Magic, when he averaged 19.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game, earning him the NBA Most Improved Player Award. Türkoğlu was a key player in the Magic’s 2009 NBA Finals appearance.

The San Antonio Spurs, Orlando Magic, Toronto Raptors, Phoenix Suns and Orlando Magic are some of the teams he has played with.

He last played for the NBA in the 2014-2015 season, for the Los Angeles Clippers.

After retiring in 2015, Türkoğlu transitioned into basketball administration. As of 2024, he serves as the president of the Turkish Basketball Federation.

International Career

Türkoğlu was a longtime member of the Turkish National Team. He led Turkey to a silver medal at the 2001 EuroBasket and played a crucial role in Turkey’s silver medal run at the 2010 FIBA World Championship on home soil.

Career Highlights

  • 2008 - NBA Most Improved Player
  • 2001 - NBA All-Rookie Second Team
  • 1997 - Turkish League champion
  • 1997, 1998 - Turkish Cup champion
  • 1998, 2000 - Turkish Presidential Cup champion

Medal Record, Men’s basketball, Representing Turkey

  • Silver - 2001 EuroBasket (Turkey)
  • Silver - 2010 FIBA World Cup (Turkey)

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