Swiss · Geneva, Switzerland · Born 18 May 1994Elite Swiss center whose rebounding dominance and pick-and-roll finishing have made him one of the NBA's most consistent big men for nearly a decade.
Clint N'Dumba Capela was born on 18 May 1994 in Geneva, Switzerland, and began his professional career with French club Élan Chalon in 2012 before entering the 2014 NBA Draft, where the Houston Rockets selected him 25th overall. Capela spent his rookie season primarily with the Rockets' G League affiliate, developing into one of the league's most efficient rim-running centres, renowned for elite rebounding and shot-blocking. His career field goal percentage of 62.1 percent ranks fourth in NBA history, and he led the league in rebounding during the 2020-21 season. Capela was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in 2020, continuing to be one of the league's most productive interior players, before returning to the Houston Rockets in 2025 as part of the team's continued rebuild around a young core. Capela is recognised as the highest-earning team athlete in Swiss sporting history, and has represented Switzerland internationally, continuing to be one of the most reliable defensive anchors in the NBA despite playing a limited offensive role relative to his rebounding and rim protection output.
Elite rebounding and rim protection as NBA center
He has led the NBA in total rebounds multiple times and formed one of the most effective pick-and-roll partnerships in recent history with James Harden in Houston, making him the most decorated Swiss player in NBA history.
Did You Know?How They Played
Athletic rim-running center with elite rebounding and shot-blocking
Lasting Impact
Premier defensive center and rebounding specialist in modern NBA
Career Honours
- NBA rebounding champion multiple seasons
- Atlanta Hawks cornerstone
- Switzerland basketball ambassador
| Club | Period | Apps | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Rockets | 2014–2020 | 327 | #15 |
| Atlanta Hawks | 2020–2024 | 1541 | #15 |
Swiss Athletes