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Adama Sanogo

Adama Sanogo is a basketball player who plays for the Chicago Bulls in the NBA as of October 2024. He was born on February 12, 2002, in Bamako, Mali. He began his high school basketball career at Our Savior New American School before transferring to The Patrick School. Sanogo played college basketball at the University of Connecticut from 2020 to 2023. As a freshman, he averaged 7.3 points and 4.8 rebounds per game, earning a spot on the Big East All-Freshman Team. During his sophomore season, he averaged 14.8 points, and 8.8 rebounds, and recorded 55 blocked shots. In 2023, he led the UConn Huskies to a national championship victory and was honored as the Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four.

Although Adama Sanogo went undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft, he still had the opportunity to play in the NBA that year by signing a two-way contract with the Chicago Bulls.

Who are Adama Sanogo’s parents?

Cheickne Sanogo and Awa Traore are the parents of Adama Sanogo. Adama Sanogo's uncle, Tidiane Drame, has been a significant mentor in his basketball career. As a basketball scout who hosted camps in Mali, Drame encouraged Sanogo to take up the sport seriously, convincing the young athlete to consider pursuing basketball over other sports, as per the official Olympics website. Adama Sanogo has six siblings, five older sisters, and one younger brother.

Who is Adama Sanogo’s mother?

Awa Traore is the mother of Adama Sanogo. Traore has a clothing store in Bamako, Mali, according to CT Insider.

Who is Adama Sanogo’s father?

Cheickne Sanogo is the father of Adama Sanogo. Cheickne Sanogo owns a car-washing business in his hometown, Mali, according to CT Insider.

What nationality are Adama Sanogo’s parents?

Both Cheickne Sanogo and Awa Traore are from Mali, Africa, and hold Malian nationality.

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FAQs on Adama Sanogo

A. Adama Sanogo plays as a center for the  Chicago Bulls.


A. Adama Sanogo will make $578,577 in 2024 as per Hoopshype.


A. Adama Sanogo is 6 foot 9 inches tall.


A. Adama Sanogo’s wingspan is 7 foot 3 inches.


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