Standing tall above the rest, Gheorghe Mureșan holds the title of the tallest NBA player ever. Measuring an astounding 7 feet 7 inches (231 cm), Mureșan played for the Washington Bullets/Wizards and the New Jersey Nets during his career in the 1990s. Born in Romania, his height was largely due to a pituitary gland condition. Despite his towering presence, Mureșan was known for his agility and surprising skill on the court, becoming a fan favourite and a unique figure in NBA history.