The NBA star whose name is a digital warning for internet users
In short: Evan Fournier enjoyed a prolific twelve-year NBA career, but a strange quirk of medical terminology earned him the nickname "Don't Google." Discover how a professional basketball player's surname became synonymous with a graphic medical condition, and how his career eventually transitioned from American arenas to European glory.
For much of his professional career, the French guard faced a digital dilemma. Because his surname is shared with Fournier's gangrene—a severe form of tissue death—searching his name online often yields explicit medical imagery. This unfortunate coincidence earned him the moniker "Don't Google" among fans and players alike.
Despite this digital hurdle, Fournier's basketball journey was marked by significant milestones. After being selected 20th overall in the 2012 NBA draft by the Denver Nuggets, he spent over a decade in the league. His tenure included high-scoring performances for the Orlando Magic, where he once netted 30 points in a single game, and a stint with the New York Knicks, where he broke a franchise record for three-pointers made in a season in March 2022.
In recent years, Fournier has found renewed success in Europe. After signing with the Greek club Olympiacos in September 2024, he quickly made an impact, earning a spot on the All-EuroLeague Second Team during his debut season. His time in the Greek Basketball League has been highly decorated, including winning the Greek championship in 2025 and the EuroLeague title in 2026, where he was named the Final Four MVP.
Beyond the court, Fournier's roots trace back to Saint-Maurice, a suburb of Paris. His passion for the game was ignited in 2002 by the Sacramento Kings, even leading him to wear the number 10 in honor of Mike Bibby. Today, his legacy is defined by both his elite scoring ability and his resilience in the face of an inescapable internet coincidence.
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