Tacko Fall

Tacko Fall: From NBA Benchwarmer to New Zealand NBL Sensation!

You won't believe how Tacko Fall's career took a dramatic turn with the NZ Breakers!

The New Zealand Breakers have landed a giant upgrade with the signing of former NBA centre Tacko Fall, extending his contract through the end of the NBL26 season. Standing tall at an impressive 2.29 meters (that's a staggering 7'6" for those keeping score at home), Fall is sure to bring a fresh wave of excitement to Basketball in New Zealand. Having faced ups and downs in his NBA career, where he mostly played a supporting role, the Breakers see potential in this towering figure to redefine their game on the court.

So, how did it come to pass that this raw talent found a home on the Breakers? Well, it seems the stars aligned perfectly halfway through the NBL season when the team sought a centre who could turn the tides of their season amidst ongoing injury woes. What better way to fill a gap than by recruiting one of the tallest players to ever grace the basketball court? With Tacko on the roster, we can expect the Breakers to develop a more aggressive game plan, capitalizing on Fall's imposing size and skills, hopefully leading to some slam dunks and spectacular blocks!

While fans may have glimpsed Fall's potential before – after all, he made waves as a sensation in college with UCF and had his share of highlight plays in the NBA – the Breakers are ready to showcase what he can really do. Can he channel his inner superstar in New Zealand’s NBL? Only time will reveal the answer, but the anticipation among fans is palpable, with Breakers supporters dreaming of a playoff run led by their new giant!

And as Turnbull, the Breakers' head coach, puts it, "It’s not every day you get a player of Tacko’s caliber available for selection.” It’s worth noting that Tacko Fall is not just a basketball player; he's an engineering graduate who's known to use his intelligence both on and off the court. Fun fact: his size was actually an aspect of his upbringing, with his parents towering at 6'7" and 6'8"! Fear not, Kiwis; this giant is set to be an exciting addition to the Breakers squad, bringing intensity and joy to the basketball culture of New Zealand!