Udoka Azubuike’s coach discusses his star big man’s growing game

Posted Jan 23, 2016
At 6'10" and 275 pounds, Udoka Azubuike has been likened to NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. But how effective will this style—built on power, aggressiveness and a considerable size advantage—be at the next level? We expected to learn where Azubuike would play college basketball at the Hoophall Classic, but his announcement was postponed with no new timetable given for his decision. (Sports Illustrated)

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