What is Yves Missi's Wingspan?

Last Modified Jun 1, 2024 05:15 GMT
Yves Missi's Wingspan
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Yves Missi is a basketball player of Belgian-Cameroonian origin. As a freshman at Baylor University of the Big 12 Conference, Missi has garnered a lot of attention as a top prospect in the 2024 NBA draft. Missi was born in Belgium on May 14, 2004.

Missi moved to the United States in the hopes of pursuing a career in basketball. He joined the basketball team at West Nottingham Academy but later transferred to Prolific Prep. At Prolific Prep, Miss averaged just over 9 points, 8.7 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game. During his high school career, Missi developed himself as a top contributor and took part in many coveted events such as the Nike Hoop Summit and Nike Elite Youth Basketball League where his performance was impressive.

Finishing his high school career as a 4-star recruit and ranked 2nd best player in California, Missi committed to play college basketball at Baylor University in Texas. In 34 games played, Missi averaged 10.7 points and 5.6 rebounds each game. As a freshman, Missi is noted to be an explosive center with remarkable shot-blocking ability and efficiency under the rim. His performances ultimately earned him individual accolades such as Big 12 All-Freshman honours and Big 12 All-Defensive honours.

Yves Missi Wingspan

Yves Missi has a measured wingspan of 7 feet and 2 inches as per the NBA draft combine of 2024. Amongst all centers in the draft class, Missi ranked as the 7th tallest. His standing reach measures 9 feet and 1 inch. These attributes make him desirable at the position of a center and provide him with a physical advantage for being a defensive powerhouse.

Yves Missi Height

Yves Missi measured 6 feet and 10.75 inches in height at the draft combine. This measurement was taken without the player wearing shoes. Missi’s dominating height coupled with an imposing wingspan make him a valuable ring protector and an inside paint presence for any team in the NBA.

Yves Missi Weight

Yves Missi weighs 229 pounds or 104 Kgs. Given his other physical attributes, this weight is appropriate for Missi. Playing the role of a center, his weight along with his height and wingspan will make Missi a force to be reckoned with at the post.

FAQ's On Yves Missi's Wingspan

A. Yves Missi was born on May 14, 2004, and is 20 years old.

A. Yves Missi played collegiate basketball at Baylor University in Texas.

A. Yves Missi has a listed height of almost 7 feet and a weight of 104 Kg. 

A. Yves Missi was brought up in Cameroon. However, he was born in Belgium.

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