Victor Wembanyama. Rayan Rupert. And now Bilal Coulibaly. These are the first three French people who will go to the Draft in a few weeks. The Mets 92 outside has completed the paperwork and is going to try his luck.
“The NBA has always been my dream and now it’s a goal”he says to ESPN. “This is the next step in my evolution. »
The 18-year-old winger was low-key at the start of the season before gaining momentum lately with the Mets 92, after showing himself last summer against Bronny James in Nanterre. With his athletic qualities and his wingspan of 2m20, he stands out as a good defender who still needs to work on his shot.
“My defensive abilities allow me to be on the pitch,” assures Coulibaly. “It’s thanks to my integration into the group and my coach, Vincent Collet. My confidence grew as opportunities presented themselves. I progressed physically and technically. I am focused on my outside shooting and I want to become a complete player. »
Will he be able to raise his rating?
Except that, unlike Rayan Rupert, the Frenchman may not be able to show up at the Draft Combine in Chicago, organized from May 14 to 21, if the Mets go far in the playoffs in Betclic Elite. He will therefore have a hard time raising his rating in front of the franchise scouts, he who is announced for the moment at the end of the first round by ESPN or Bleacher Report.
To the point of stepping back and finally embarking on the 2024 Draft, announced to be weaker, to be chosen higher? Coulibaly will have until June 12 to step down if he wishes.
“I take things in order. After the season, I’m going to Dallas to see my agents, to work and prepare with the idea that I’m going to the Draft. I’ll speak with my agents afterwards and we’ll see what we decide. For now, I’m focused on my end of the season with the Mets. »
