The journey that has taken Moussa Diabate from France to Florida to the Michigan basketball program in Ann Arbor will add a new destination in the coming months.
Diabate reportedly cemented the decision to pursue a professional career by passing on his final three seasons of eligibility and remaining in the NBA draft, where he’s projected as a second-round pick. A strong showing in the physical testing at this year’s combine coupled with the defensive versatility and ceaseless motor he flashed at U-M were enough for Diabate, 20, to feel comfortable making a leap rooted in potential over production.