Keita Bates-Diop's recruiting stock rising 
At 6-foot-7 and 190 pounds, Bates-Diop displayed a variety of skills that allowed him to score inside and out and create matchup problems. He is smooth, very efficient player and a tough cover because he usually has an answer for whatever the defense throws at him.
"I was more aggressive and confident, I showed the coaches that I could rebound and be more vocal. My strength is my versatility, ability to shoot comfortably out to about 22 feet, drive and post up," he said.
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