Spanish side Valencia Basket is finalizing a multi-year contract to sign 24-year-old Malian center Oumar Ballo, according to sources.
Standing at 2.13 meters, the big man is expected to sign a long-term agreement with Valencia but will spend the opening year of his contract on loan. His destination for the upcoming season is set to be confirmed shortly.
After going undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft, Ballo completed his first professional season in Europe playing for Italian club Pallacanestro Cantu, quickly establishing himself as an efficient interior force.
Oumar Ballo Italian League Season Averages:
- Minutes per game: 25.0
- Points per game: 10.9
- Rebounds per game: 8.2
- Blocks per game: 1.1
- Field Goal Percentage: 66%
Ballo stood out in matches against top EuroLeague competition in Italy, posting 23 points, 10 rebounds, 3 steals, and 1 block against Virtus Bologna, as well as a 21-point, 12-rebound display against Olimpia Milano.