Chinemelu Elonu was ranked as the No 48 power forward in the country by Scout.
14 Facts About Chinemelu Elonu
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Chinemelu Elonu graduated from the school in May 2009 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Leadership and Development.
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Chinemelu Elonu was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers with the 59th pick in the 2009 NBA draft.
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Chinemelu Elonu later signed a two-year deal with the Spanish team CAI Zaragoza where he averaged 6.3 points and 5.8 rebounds per game.
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Chinemelu Elonu left Panionios before the end of the season after being replaced by Ryvon Covile.
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On January 25,2011, Chinemelu Elonu signed a contract with Pau-Orthez in France in order to replace the injured Travon Bryant.
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Chinemelu Elonu averaged 10.0 points and 8.3 rebounds per game.
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In July 2012, Chinemelu Elonu joined the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2012 NBA Summer League.
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In June 2013, Chinemelu Elonu signed with Jiangsu Dragons from China.
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On June 9,2015, Chinemelu Elonu signed with Capitanes de Arecibo of Puerto Rico.
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On September 28,2018, Chinemelu Elonu signed a deal with Italian club Pallacanestro Reggiana.
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Chinemelu Elonu won the first-ever BAL championship with the team.
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The son of Dozie and Amaka Chinemelu Elonu, he majored in agricultural leadership.
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Chinemelu Elonu has one sister, Adaora Elonu currently playing for Uni Girona CB.