Oumar Ballo, a 7-footer who had an impressive season at Arizona, has announced that he will be entering the transfer portal. He is now considered one of the top players available this offseason and is known for his impressive performance on the court.
In a statement, Ballo expressed his gratitude for his time at Arizona and the support from Wildcat Nation and the Tucson community. He mentioned that Tucson will always have a special place in his heart but has decided to enter the transfer portal as a graduate student for his final year of eligibility.
Ballo had an impressive season at Arizona, averaging a double-double with 12.9 points and 10.1 rebounds per game. He helped lead the Wildcats to the Sweet 16 before falling to Clemson. Despite the loss, Ballo put up a strong performance with 15 points and 15 rebounds in the game.
Originally from Mali and attending high school in Spain, Ballo began his college career at Gonzaga before transferring to Arizona when Tommy Lloyd became the head coach. Now entering the portal as a graduate transfer, Ballo will have one remaining season of eligibility. His impact wherever he decides to go next is expected to be significant due to his impressive performance on the court.
