Sidy Cissoko
Updated on 6/28/23. Written by Alan Lu.
2023 rankings were finalized on 6/22/23.
Height: 6-8
Weight: 200
Country: France
Professional Team: G-League Ignite
Classification: International ‘04
Birthdate: 4/2/2004
2023 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 32
Projected Draft Range: Late 1st to 2nd Round
2023 NBA Draft: Round 2, Pick 44 by the San Antonio Spurs
Pros:
Decent scorer off the dribble
Adequate shooter
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Solid playmaker
Adequate rebounder for his size
Decent defender
Good athlete
Cons:
Streaky shooter
Can struggle to score in traffic
Can tend to force the issue too much on offense
Can be too passive on offense
Needs to improve his rebounding
Can be undisciplined defensively
Summary:
Sidy Cissoko is a tall, athletic point forward that has strong playmaking and defensive skills. He will need to improve his jump shot and continue to refine his game, but his solid blend of athleticism, versatility, and production in the G-League could enable him to be a first round pick in the 2023 draft.
Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
ESPN’s Early 2023 NBA Mock Draft
ESPN’s Article on Cissoko Signing with the G-League Ignite
Games Scouted:
4/8/22 2022 Nike Hoops Summit
10/4/22 G-League Ignite vs. Metropolitans 92
10/6/22 G-League Ignite vs. Metropolitans 92
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