The President of Basketball Operations for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Koby Altmanhas confirmed that Khalifa Diop, center wanted by Valencia Basket, will continue playing in Spain. A decision that brings the young 2.15 m player closer to the Fonteta club, willing to bet on the ‘center’ chosen in the second round of the 2022 Draft by the Ohio franchise.
“The Spanish is a great league for his growth as a player, and if he plays in the right team he will also be able to face rivals from other countries. We hope that the team in which Khalifa plays will be at the level of the Euroleague even if it is from the Spanish league “Altman commented in statements collected by the newspaper ‘Akron Beacon Journal’.
In addition, the Cavaliers manager indicated that the 20-year-old Senegalese will be under the supervision of former Cavs player José CalderónOhio Special Franchise Advisor. “Jose will make sure it is well taken care of”Koby Altman added.
The plan outlined for Diop is to play at least two more years in the Endesa League. “Being drafted is very important to me because it was my goal. Since I was a kid I worked hard, so now I am very excited. I’m going to keep working hard to play in the NBA in a couple of years.. One day I want to be part of the ‘All-Star Game’. Step by step, that’s my dream”valued the pivot.
