Gheorghe Mureșan is a retired Romanian professional basketball player, known for his impressive height of 7 feet 7 inches (231 cm). He played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) primarily for the Washington Bullets and the New Jersey Nets during the 1990s and early 2000s. Mureșan was recognized for his skills on the court, earning the NBA's Most Improved Player award in 1995. Born on February 14, 1971, in Romania, Mureșan began his basketball career in his home country before moving to the United States. After retiring from professional basketball, he became involved in various charitable activities and has worked as a motivational speaker, sharing his experiences and inspiring others.