Al-Farouq Aminu American Basketball Player From Atlanta

Biography

Al-Farouq Aminu, born 21 September 1990 in Atlanta, is an American basketball player. Al-Farouq Aminu has lined up for Wake Forest Demon Deacons men's basketball (2008–2010) and Dallas Mavericks.

Early life

He attended Wake Forest University and Norcross High School.

Career

The records list him as a power forward. The first club on record is Wake Forest Demon Deacons men's basketball (2008). He has played for 5 teams on record, including Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Clippers and New Orleans Pelicans.

Teams

5 teams

Years	Team	Position
2008–2010	Wake Forest Demon Deacons men's basketball	Power forward
	Dallas Mavericks	Power forward
	Los Angeles Clippers	Power forward
	New Orleans Pelicans	Power forward
	Portland Trail Blazers	Power forward

Personal life

He studied at Wake Forest University and Norcross High School.

Al-Farouq Aminu on Social Media

IG Instagram @chiefhasarrived

X X (Twitter) @farouq1

Al-Farouq Aminu Photos

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Frequently asked questions

How old is Al-Farouq Aminu?

Al-Farouq Aminu is 36 years old, born on 21 September 1990 in Atlanta.

What is Al-Farouq Aminu known for?

Al-Farouq Aminu is a power forward who has played for Wake Forest Demon Deacons men's basketball.

How tall is Al-Farouq Aminu?

Al-Farouq Aminu is 206 cm (6 ft 9 in) tall.

What is Al-Farouq Aminu’s nationality?

Al-Farouq Aminu is American, born in Atlanta.

Sources

• Wikidata (Q427720), accessed October 2026
• Photo: Keith Allison from Owings Mills, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0

Last checked 10 October 2026 by the Wiki of Celebs editorial team

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