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Nearly 7-foot teen, Baba Oladotun, turns heads as nation's top ranked sophomore


The nation’s top-ranked player in the sophomore class of 2027, , is turning heads and placing a spotlight on basketball in Maryland. The 6-foot-9, 15-year-old guard/forward is drawing favorable comparisons to a young Kevin Durant, according to Sports Illustrated. His father, Ibrahim Oladotun said his son's schedule is meticulous and intentional. (FOX 5 DC)

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Nearly 7-foot teen, Baba Oladotun, turns heads as nation's top ranked sophomore