Offensive Game
Smooth mid-range scorer with improving three-point range. Can score in the post against smaller defenders. Efficient finisher around the basket.
Career Journey
Washington Wizards
2019-2023
Los Angeles Lakers
2023-present
2019 NBA Draft
Selected 9th overall by Washington Wizards
First Japanese-born NBA Lottery Pick
Made history as highest-drafted Japanese player
2023 Playoff Breakout
Averaged 12.2 PPG in 2023 Lakers playoff run to Western Conference Finals
Japanese National Team
Represented Japan in FIBA World Cup and Olympics
Career Earnings
~$45M
Estimated total NBA career salary
Endorsements
Jordan Brand
Jordan athlete — major presence in Japanese market
2019-present
Nissin Foods
Brand ambassador in Japan
2019-present
| Season | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | FG% | 3P% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 68 | 11.5 | 3.3 | 0.8 | 51.4% | 44.3% |
Rui Hachimura is a Japanese professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Gonzaga Bulldogs and has played for the Japan national team. He plays the power forward position. After being selected ninth overall by the Washington Wizards in the 2019 NBA draft, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in 2020.
Offensive Game
Smooth mid-range scorer with improving three-point range. Can score in the post against smaller defenders. Efficient finisher around the basket.
Defensive Game
Solid positional defender with good size. Can guard 3s and 4s. Needs improvement in help-side defense and closing out on shooters.
Intangibles
Understands his role well. Makes smart cuts and positions himself for easy baskets. Growing feel for team defense.
Personal Life & Family
Status
Single
Parents & Siblings
Off the Court
Youth basketball development in Japan
Diversity and inclusion advocacy in Japan
Did You Know?
Born to a Beninese father and Japanese mother — one of the first biracial athletes to become a mainstream star in Japan.
His rise inspired a significant increase in basketball participation among Japanese youth.
Represented Japan in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics as the flag bearer — a massive moment for Japanese basketball.
His name 'Rui' means 'castle' in Japanese, and 'Hachimura' means 'eight villages.'
Career Honors
9th overall pick (2019)
WCC Player of the Year (2019)
Japanese national team standout
2023 WCF with Lakers
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