Aliou Diarra

Updated on 6/28/23.  Written by Alan Lu.
2023 rankings were finalized on 6/22/23.

Height: 6-9
Weight: 192
Country: Mali
Professional Team: Stade Malien
Classification: International ‘01
Birthdate: 12/31/2001

Projected Draft Range: Likely Undrafted

Pros:

Decent low post scorer
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Very good rebounder
Adept at collecting blocks and steals
Solid athlete

Cons:

Needs to improve his shooting
Reluctant to take outside shots
Needs to improve his playmaking skills
Struggles to guard quicker players
Virtual unknown

Summary:

Aliou Diarra is an athletic, high-motor combo forward that recently played for Stade Malien this past season. He played very well for them, and he thrives at scoring out of the post and on hustle plays, but he will need to improve his outside shot and playmaking skills in the meantime. He really flourished in the BAL this year. He’ll need to continue to expand his skill set offensively and add more muscle to his frame, but he is an intriguing prospect that could project to be a defensive specialist in the NBA.

Links:
RealGM Profile
Diarra’s BAL Profile
YouTube’s Highlights of the 3/14/23 Stade Malien-Kwara Game via The BAL

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