Sayon Keita brings defensive upside to UNC, but when will he arrive in Chapel Hill?

Posted Jul 21, 2026
Sayon Keita, the 6-foot-11 center from Mali, arrives at UNC after developing overseas, including time in FC Barcelona's system. Before Keita can begin his freshman season, however, he first has to make it to Chapel Hill. While the school has not announced a timetable for his arrival, a source indicated that Keita is expected to arrive some time in August. (Yahoo! Sports)

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