Adou Thiero plays collegiate basketball for the Arkansas Razorbacks in the Southeastern Conference (SEC), as of January 2025. After spending his early years in Mali, he returned to the U.S. when he was three years old and later attended Quaker Valley High School in Pennsylvania, where he was a multi-sport athlete, playing soccer and lacrosse besides basketball. At Quaker Valley as a sophomore, he averaged 17.7 points per game, which increased to 21.8 points as a junior. During his senior year, he averaged 23.3 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game, leading his team to a remarkable 27-1 record. He set a school record with 44 points in a single game and finished with a total of 1,624 career points, ranking third in school history.
Thiero committed to play for the Kentucky Wildcats under coach John Calipari, who had previously coached his father. During his freshman year, Thiero played in 20 games, averaging 2.3 points and 1.9 rebounds per game. He led the team in steals in four games and blocks in three games. His sophomore year saw an increase in playing time as he appeared in 25 games with 19 starts, averaging 7.2 points and 5.0 rebounds per game while also ranking second on the team with 27 blocks. After two seasons at Kentucky, Thiero entered the NCAA transfer portal following the departure of Coach Calipari to Arkansas. He ultimately decided to transfer to the Razorbacks for the 2024–25 season.
Adou Thiero NIL deals
Adou Thiero has endorsed La Familia and Morgan and Morgan, as of January 2025, as per On3 data.
Adou Thiero NIL deal tracker
Date | Deal Partners |
3/14/24 | La Familia |
2/23/23 | Morgan & Morgan |
Adou Thiero notable NIL deals
La Familia
According to On3, Adou Thiero, the Arkansas Razorbacks forward, secured an endorsement deal with La Familia on March 14, 2024. La Familia is known for its commitment to community and family values, which aligns closely with Thiero's narrative.
FAQ on Adou Thiero
A. As of January, 2025, he is 20 years old.
A. He went to Quaker Valley High School.
A. Thiero is 2.03 m tall.