UNC basketball lands big time center out of Spain
The North Carolina Tar Heels secured a major commitment from 7-foot center Sayon Keita of Mali, who will join the 2026-27 roster. Keita, represented by Gersh Sports, is a polished offensive player and projected as a potential 2027 NBA lottery pick. The addition fills a key frontcourt need following Henri Veesaar's departure for the NBA. Head coach Michael Malone and his staff continue to bolster the roster with high-profile recruits.
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