Keita Bates-Diop’s nationality

Last Modified Dec 15, 2024 02:13 GMT
Keita Bates-Diop nationality
Keita Bates-Diop during an Atlanta Hawks v Brooklyn Nets game

Keita Bates-Diop is a professional basketball player who last played for the Brooklyn Nets at the Power Forward position in the NBA. Bates-Diop is 6 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 229 pounds, He played college basketball for Ohio State University, where he was a first-team All-Big Ten and the Big Ten Player of the Year in 2018. He was selected in the second round of the 2018 NBA Draft as the 48th overall pick by the Minnesota Timberwolves and has also played for the Denver Nuggets, and the San Antonio Spurs and is a member of the Brooklyn Nets, as of December 2024.

Bates-Diop played the 2023-24 season first for the Phoenix Suns, where he played in 39 games, averaged 4.5 points and 2.6 rebounds per game, and was later traded to the Brooklyn Nets in a three-team trade involving the Memphis Grizzlies. After this followed a series of trades at the end of which the New York Knicks waived him. As of December 2024, Bates-Diop is a Free Agent who would prove a good option for any team that finds itself in early injury trouble.

What is Keita Bates-Diop’s nationality?

Keita Bates-Diop holds American nationality and he was born on January 23 1996.

Keita Bates-Diop’s Hometown

Keita Bates-Diop grew up in Normal, Illinois, where he attended University High School and averaged 18.4 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.3 blocks as a junior. He was ranked 24 by Rivals in his class and he chose to attend Ohio State University to pursue his collegiate career. He started as a bench player and averaged 11.8 points and 6.4 rebounds per game. He gradually improved his numbers and averaged 19.8 points, 1.6 blocks, 1.6 assists and 8.7 rebounds per game, all career numbers for him at the time, as a senior. By the time he left, he started in all 34 games that he played for the Buckeyes. He was also named the Big Ten Player of the Year in 2018 and was named as a Consensus Second-team All-American.

Keita Bates-Diop’s Birthplace

Keita Bates-Diop was born in Sacramento, California.

FAQs on Keita Bates-Diop

A. Keita Bates-Diop last played for the Brooklyn Nets and is a Free Agent as of December 2024.

A. Keita Bates-Diop plays at the Small Forward/ Power Forward position.

A. Keita Bates-Diop is 28 years old, as of December 2024.

A. Keita Bates-Diop is 6 feet and 8 inches tall.

Related Stories

Cade Cunningham Stats Tonight: How did Pistons superstar fare against New York Knicks? (Apr. 21) | 2025 NBA Playoffs, Game 2 Cade Cunningham Stats Tonight: How did Pistons superstar fare against New York Knicks? (Apr. 21) | 2025 NBA Playoffs, Game 2
Cade Cunningham Stats Tonight: How did Pistons superstar fare against New York Knicks? (Apr. 21) | 2025 NBA Playoffs, Game 2
Damian Lillard’s immediate reaction to Giannis Antetokounmpo shortlisted for MVP Award Damian Lillard’s immediate reaction to Giannis Antetokounmpo shortlisted for MVP Award
Damian Lillard’s immediate reaction to Giannis Antetokounmpo shortlisted for MVP Award
Nico Harrison admits he underestimated size of Luka Doncic's importance to the Dallas fans Nico Harrison admits he underestimated size of Luka Doncic's importance to the Dallas fans
Nico Harrison admits he underestimated size of Luka Doncic's importance to the Dallas fans
Kawhi Leonard makes feelings clear on leading from the front after lengthy playoff hiatus Kawhi Leonard makes feelings clear on leading from the front after lengthy playoff hiatus
Kawhi Leonard makes feelings clear on leading from the front after lengthy playoff hiatus
"Andrew Nembhard" - Tyrese Haliburton dishes crisp response when asked about containing Damian Lillard "Andrew Nembhard" - Tyrese Haliburton dishes crisp response when asked about containing Damian Lillard
"Andrew Nembhard" - Tyrese Haliburton dishes crisp response when asked about containing Damian Lillard
1d
Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics predicted starting lineups and depth charts for Game 2 (April 23) | 2025 NBA Playoffs Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics predicted starting lineups and depth charts for Game 2 (April 23) | 2025 NBA Playoffs
Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics predicted starting lineups and depth charts for Game 2 (April 23) | 2025 NBA Playoffs
1d
Jayson Tatum Injury Update: NBA insider's latest update on Celtics star raises concern over his playoff availability for Game 2 Jayson Tatum Injury Update: NBA insider's latest update on Celtics star raises concern over his playoff availability for Game 2
Jayson Tatum Injury Update: NBA insider's latest update on Celtics star raises concern over his playoff availability for Game 2
"Twerking and grifting for fouls is clutch now": NBA fans at odds as Jalen Brunson wins 'Clutch Player of the Year' honor "Twerking and grifting for fouls is clutch now": NBA fans at odds as Jalen Brunson wins 'Clutch Player of the Year' honor
"Twerking and grifting for fouls is clutch now": NBA fans at odds as Jalen Brunson wins 'Clutch Player of the Year' honor
20h
Ja Morant avoids penalty in lawsuit over altercation with teen Ja Morant avoids penalty in lawsuit over altercation with teen
Ja Morant avoids penalty in lawsuit over altercation with teen
4h
Giannis Antetokounmpo makes big "Life or death" statement on Milwaukee's season hopes Giannis Antetokounmpo makes big "Life or death" statement on Milwaukee's season hopes
Giannis Antetokounmpo makes big "Life or death" statement on Milwaukee's season hopes
1d
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
More
More
bell-icon Manage notifications