Report: Senegalese center Mouhamed Faye declares for 2025 NBA draft
Report: Senegalese center Mouhamed Faye declares for 2025 NBA draft
Senegalese center Mouhamed Faye is declaring for the 2025 NBA draft after playing with Reggio Emilia in Italy, according to Jonathan Givony of ESPN.
Faye is averaging 8.9 points, 6.7 rebounds and 1.5 blocks on 64.5% shooting from the field in 42 games across all league competitions with Reggio Emilia. He has scored in double figures 18 times, including a season-high 20 points and nine rebounds on Feb. 1.
The 6-foot-10 standout is considered a potential second-round pick this year, given his scoring ability down low and rim protection with his reported 7-foot, 5-inch wingspan. He can rebound at a high level and clean up the offensive glass, averaging 2.4 boards on that end of the court.
Faye has also represented Senegal in the 2022 FIBA U18 African Championship, averaging 18.2 points, 13.7 rebounds, 1.3 blocks and one steal on 70.8% shooting from the field in six games. He closed out the tournament with a 31-point, 19-rebound performance.
The 20-year-old is among a talented group of international prospects, joining the likes of Noa Essengue, Kasparas Jakučionis, Khaman Maluach, Ben Saraf and Nolan Traoré, among others. They are all considered first-round picks, with some expected to go in the lottery.
Faye will be a late arrival to the United States for the predraft process, with his team on track to qualify for the LBA playoffs. He will likely have the opportunity to participate in a draft combine in June for prospects still playing with their international teams.
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