Poitiers Basket 86 Bolsters Roster with Samuel Idowu’s Signature
Poitiers Basket 86 Unveils Samuel Idowu as Latest signing
Scouting Samuel Idowu
Standing tall at 2.03 m (6’8″), 28-year-old Samuel Idowu is ready to make an impact in the French Ablsr league. Born in the United States with Anglo-Nigerian dual nationality, Idowu first honed his skills in the NCAA, playing for the Saint Peacocks from 2015 to 2019.
His professional career then took him to various European leagues, starting in the Dutch D1 with LWD Basket in Leeuwarden (2019-2020), followed by Danish D1 at Team Fog Naestved (2020-2021), and Belgian-Netherlandish D1 with Qsta United (2021-2022). After an hiatus due to a knee injury in 2022-2023, Idowu made a strong comeback in the first English division with Leicester Riders (2023-2024).
ImpressiveStats and Latest Season
- Last season, playing for Tibers Tübingen in German D2, Idowu averaged 14.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, and a 36% three-point success rate per game.
“He Fits the Profile We’re Looking For “
Samuel Idowu corresponds to the profile we were looking for. Capable of covering two positions, he is also effective in attacking the circle but also to move away from the racket by relying on a reliable long distance shoot.
New Season, New Opportunities
Samuel Idowu has signed up for one season with the hope of an extension, as talks for a contract renewal with Kévin Harley are also progressing positively. Idowu’s versatility and scoring abilities make him an exciting addition to complete Poitiers Basket 86’s recruitment.
Movement Summary
- Staying: Aurèle Brena-Chemille (leader), Guillaume Eyango (winger), Ivan Ramljak (strong winger), Imanol Prot (rear).
- Arriving: Narcisse Ngoy (Pivot), Soumaïla Koita (Pivot), Elie Ntowoa Ndenga (Pivot, Hopes), Marcus Gomis (leader – rear), Samuel Idowu (strong winger – Pivot).
- Leaving: Ilane Fibleuil (Orléans), Jonathan Jeanne (Le Mans, Betclic Elite), John Ojiako, Jahvon Blair (Roanne), Luka Rupnik (stop).
FAQ
What positions can Samuel Idowu play?
Samuel Idowu can play both big wing and pivot positions.
What is Samuel Idowu’s three-point success rate from last season?
Samuel Idowu had a 36% three-point success rate in his last season with Tibers Tübingen.
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