Alex Sarr

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French Phenom Alex Sarr Joins Washington Wizards in NBA Draft

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🏀🇫🇷 Meet Alex Sarr, the 7-foot French sensation chosen by the Wizards with the No. 2 pick in the NBA draft! #FrenchPhenom #NBA

The Washington Wizards made a bold move in the 2024 NBA draft by selecting the talented French 7-footer, Alex Sarr, with the second overall pick. Known for his impressive height and skills on the court, Sarr has already garnered attention for his performance in the Perth Wildcats in Australia. This unexpected selection adds an exciting new element to the Wizards' lineup, marking their highest draft pick in over a decade.

Alex Sarr's basketball journey has been a global one, from France to Australia and now to Washington D.C. His unique path, alongside fellow French player Zaccharie Risacher and Connecticut's Donovan Clingan, showcases the diverse talent pool entering the NBA. The top two picks in the draft, both French players, hint at a new wave of international stars making their mark on the league.

Scouts have been buzzing about Alex Sarr's potential, highlighting his strengths and contribution to the game. With his towering presence and versatile playing style, Sarr is poised to make a significant impact on the Wizards' roster. Fans are already energized by the prospect of Sarr boosting the team's rebuild and bringing a fresh dynamic to their gameplay.

In a draft filled with surprises and standout talents, Alex Sarr's selection by the Wizards stands out as a pivotal moment in NBA history. As the French prodigy joins the ranks of elite players in the league, all eyes will be on his performance and how he shapes the future of Washington's basketball scene.

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Washington Wizards take French 7-footer Alex Sarr with the No. 2 ... (The Associated Press)

The Washington Wizards drafted French 7-footer Alex Sarr with the second pick in the NBA draft. They used their highest selection in 14 years to add some ...

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Basketball has taken Alex Sarr around the world, and D.C. could be ... (The Washington Post)

In an unpredictable NBA draft, Alex Sarr, fellow Frenchman Zaccharie Risacher and Connecticut's Donovan Clingan are at the top.

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NBA Draft: Wizards select 7-foot-1 center Alex Sarr with No. 2 overall ... (Yahoo Sports)

Alex Sarr, the second French teenager off the board in this year's draft, spent last season with the Perth Wildcats in Australia.

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2024 NBA Draft: Alex Sarr goes No. 2 overall to Wizards ... (CBSSports.com)

Between Sarr and No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher, the top two picks in the 2024 draft have both been French. Sarr has taken a rather unusual path from France to ...

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Wizards select Alex Sarr with No. 2 overall pick (DC News Now | Washington, DC)

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Washington Wizards selected Alexandre Sarr with the second overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft. Sarr, the 7-foot center from ...

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Alex Sarr scouting report: NBA Draft 2024 profile, strengths ... (DraftKings Nation)

We break down Perth Wildcats F Alex Sarr with a scouting report and outlook heading into the 2024 NBA Draft.

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NBA: With Alex Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher in the mix for the No. 1 ... (Chronicle Telegram)

NEW YORK — Alex Sarr was born in France and spent last season playing in Australia. Zaccharie Risacher was born in Spain and is coming off a breakout season ...

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Alex Sarr gets his wish, heads to Wizards with 2nd overall pick (Yahoo Sports)

Yahoo Sports' Isis Young, Krysten Peek, Lamar Hurd and Tom Haberstroh react to Washington selecting the French forward.

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2024 NBA Draft: Knicks could benefit from Alex Sarr falling to ... (New York Daily News)

Alex Sarr, right, poses for a photo with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the second pick in the NBA basketball draft during the first round ...

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NBA Draft: Alex Sarr drafted No. 2 by the Washington Wizards and ... (Scores & Odds Hub)

For The Win's Bryan Kalbrosky breaks down the game of Alex Sarr who was taken second overall by the Washington Wizards.

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Alex Sarr to the Wizards at No. 2 Has Fans Energized by Rebuild ... (Bleacher Report)

The Washington Wizards' rebuild will begin with 7-foot-1 big man Alex Sarr. The Wizards used the No. 2 pick of the 2024 NBA Draft to select the NBL ...

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Washington Wizards take French 7-footer Alex Sarr with the No. 2 ... (NBC4 Washington)

The Washington Wizards drafted French 7-footer Alex Sarr with the second pick in the NBA draft. They used their highest selection in 14 years to add some...

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French teenagers Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr go 1-2 in NBA draft (The Washington Post)

The Hawks, lottery winners after having just a 3 percent chance at the top pick, take the 19-year-old forward Risacher. The Wizards roll with the center ...

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Wizards Select Alex Sarr with 2nd Overall Pick in 2024 NBA Draft (WashingtonWizards.com)

The Washington Wizards selected Alex Sarr from the Perth Wildcats of the Australian NBL with the 2nd overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.

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Washington Wizards select Alex Sarr with 2nd pick in 2024 NBA ... (USA TODAY)

Alex Sarr was selected by the Washington Wizards with the second pick in the 2024 NBA Draft on Wednesday. Here's what to know about the forward.

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Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr lead 2024 NBA Draft dominated early ... (New York Post)

French teenagers Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr, as expected, were selected as the top two picks of this year's NBA draft by the Hawks and Wizards, ...

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NBA draft: France's Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr go 1-2 to Hawks ... (OCRegister)

Risacher, a 19-year-old forward, is the second consecutive international prospect – and fourth overall – to be taken with the top pick, following fellow ...

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5 Things to Know About Alex Sarr, the Wizards' Top Draft Pick ... (Washingtonian)

Coming off a 15-67 season—quite literally, the worst in franchise history—the Washington Wizards are in desperate need of some hope. Enter Alexandre Sarr ...

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