It is already official. After its precipitous exit from BarçaDame Sarr will play in Duke. This was confirmed by the player himself in statements to the 'ESPN': “Duke was the university of my dreams. I saw many NCAA games this season, especially Duke. I played with Jabari Parker this season, who studied at Duke. When I had the opportunity to go there, I couldn't help it“.
The signing for this university is another step to meet its goal of playing in the NBA. “There is no better place to prepare than Duke. To be as smart as possible for the NBA and reach my best versionI needed both experiences: playing in a professional team like Barcelona and playing in a different professional environment like Duke against other players of my age. Opportunity, minutes, repetition: this path is the best step for me at this time, “said Sarr.
The Italian exterior, who has enjoyed this season of Participation with Barça's first teamespecially in the Endesa League, it undertakes in this way with one of the most historical universities of the panorama. Without going any further, Cooper Flagg, next number 1 of the NBA Draft, passed its university basketball stage in Duke.
Sarr had taken a step forward this season with the Barca team. The Italian player took advantage of the multiple casualties of the team and the confidence of Joan Peñarroya to enjoy more minutes on the track. However, his 'escape' to the United States to dispute without permission the Nike Hoop Summit ended with its stage at Barça.
Despite this abrupt departure, Sarr told 'ESPN' that he is “Very grateful for this season”. “I have improved a lot as a player and as a person. My classmates and part of the coaching staff were excellent with me. Thanks to them I had this opportunity. They are part of my growth and I thank you for it“He added.
