BNZ Breakers sign former NBA centre Tacko Fall for US tour

The BNZ Breakers have signed former NBA centre Tacko Fall for next month’s US tour against three NBA teams.

Standing at an incredible 7’6” (2.29m), 28-year-old Fall brings a towering presence at both ends of the court.

Originally from Senegal, Fall made his NBA debut in 2019 with the Boston Celtics after going undrafted.

During his two-year stint in the NBA, he played a combined 37 games for the Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers, earning a reputation as a dominant rim protector and fan favourite.

The signing of Fall is strategically targeted towards the Breakers’ US tour, where they will go up against the Utah Jazz, Philadelphia 76ers and Oklahoma City Thunder.

BNZ Breakers owner Matt Walsh expressed his excitement at the signing.

“Tacko is a game-changer on the defensive end, and his experience in the NBA will be invaluable to us as we prepare to take on the challenge of competing against some of the best teams in the world,” he said.

Fall, known for his hard work and infectious personality, said he was looking forward to the challenge of suiting up for the Breakers.

“I’m excited to be part of this squad and to represent the BNZ Breakers. The opportunity to compete against NBA teams again is a great challenge, and I’m looking forward to doing whatever I can to help the club,” Fall said.

The BNZ Breakers will depart for the US in early October, with Fall joining the team immediately in Utah in preparation for these fixtures.

BNZ Breakers x NBA Fixtures

BNZ Breakers vs Utah Jazz
Saturday, 5 October at 2pm (NZT)
Vivint Arena, Salt Lake City, Utah

BNZ Breakers vs Philadelphia 76ers
Tuesday, 8 October at 12pm (NZT)
Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia

BNZ Breakers vs Oklahoma City Thunder
Friday, 11 October at 1pm (NZT)
Tulsa, Oklahoma