A 7‑foot center from Burkina Faso is drawing attention from college basketball powerhouses after a standout showing at a recent adidas 3SSB event.
Dominant Display at the adidas 3SSB Circuit
During the tournament he posted averages of 13.9 points, 10.4 rebounds and 2.9 blocks per game, topping the event in rebounds and swats. One game featured a 19‑rebound outing and a perfect 7‑for‑7 shooting performance that yielded 16 points and 13 boards against Mass Rivals.
Kamagate, who plays AAU for Compton Magic and high school at St. Francis in La Canada Flintridge, California, has helped his club to an 8‑0 start on the circuit and is already being courted by a dozen major programs.
Scouts such as Drew Adams and veteran analyst Kenny Johnson have highlighted his defensive impact, noting that his presence in the paint alters opponents’ game plans.
With scholarship offers already in hand from Indiana, North Carolina, Kansas and Baylor, the prospect says he will weigh each opportunity carefully as he looks toward the next chapter of his career.