Michael Malone on Sayon Keita, Cameron Fens' eligibility, and more

Posted Sep 4, 2026
On international signee Sayon Keita: "He’s a terrific runner of the floor. A guy that can get out in transition, very athletic, what we call a 'rim runner,' gets on the rim. He’s an exceptional pick-and-roll player." On Cameron Fens’ eligibility: "Simply stated, he’s eligible to work out, practice, lift, and condition and he’s a huge part of our team right now." (Chapelboro.com)

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