Marwan Ziade
Lebanese basketball player
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Marwan Ziade (also spelled Ziadeh, Arabic: مروان زيادة; born 10 February 1987) is a Lebanese professional basketball player who plays as a power forward and center. Standing at 2.02 m (6 ft 8 in) and weighing 105 kilograms (231 lb), he has played for multiple teams in the Lebanese Basketball League (LBL) and represented the Lebanon national basketball team in international competitions.[1][2][3]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 2, 1987 |
| Listed height | 2.02 m (6 ft 8 in) |
| Listed weight | 105 kg (231 lb) |
| Career information | |
| Playing career | 2008–present |
| Position | Power forward / Center |
Club career
Ziade began his senior career in the Lebanese Basketball League during the late 2000s.[4] Over his career in Lebanese domestic basketball, he has played for several club teams, including Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut, Beirut Club, Hoops, Tadamon, and Al Moutahed Tripoli.[4][1][3][5][6] Operating in the frontcourt, his primary responsibilities have centered on interior defense, post play, and rebounding.[7][8]
International career
Ziade was selected to join the senior Lebanon national basketball team for continental competitions organized by FIBA Asia.[2] His international appearances include participation in official FIBA tournament rosters and regional qualification fixtures.[2][4][3] During the 2023–24 FIBA West Asia Super League, Ziade was a member of the Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut squad that won the regional championship.[2]