Sidy Cissoko is a 19-year-old French professional basketball player selected with the 44th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs.
Cissoko is a 6-foot-5 wing known for his athleticism, defense, and playmaking ability.
Quick Facts
Full Name |
Sidy Mohamed Cissoko |
Known As |
Sidy Cissoko |
Date of Birth |
April 2, 2004 |
Age |
19 Years Old |
Birth Place |
Saint-Maurice, France |
Nationality |
French |
Ethnicity |
African-American |
Religion |
Christianity |
Father’s Name |
Yaya Cissokho |
Mother’s Name |
Unknown |
Siblings |
Unknown |
Zodiac Sign |
Aries |
Chinese zodiac |
Rat |
Height |
6 feet 5 inches / 1.96 m / 1966 cm |
Weight |
90 kg / 200 lbs |
Education |
NBA G League Ignite (2021-2022) |
Relationship Status |
Single |
Profession |
Basketball player |
League |
NBA |
Position |
Shooting Guard/ Small Forward |
Team |
San Antonio Spurs |
Jersey Number |
24 |
NBA draft |
Round: 2, Pick: 44th Overall, 2023 (Selected by the San Antonio Spurs) |
Playing Career |
2022-present |
Net Worth |
$5 million |
Social Media |
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Sidy Cissoko Early Life and Family
Sidy Cissoko was born in Saint-Maurice, France, on April 2, 2004. He is the son of Yaya Cissokho, a former professional basketball player who played in France and Spain.
Sidy’s father was a significant influence on his basketball career. He taught Sidy the fundamentals of the game and helped him develop his skills. Sidy’s father encouraged him to work hard and never abandon his dreams.
Sidy Cissoko’s mother is a stay-at-home mom. She has supported Sidy’s basketball career and has always been there for him.
Sidy Cissoko has one older brother, Souleymane. Souleymane is a basketball player who played college at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
High School and College Basketball Career
Sidy Cissoko did not play high school basketball in the United States. Instead, he played for Iraurgi Saski Baloia in the 2nd division of the Spanish Basketball League. He also played for the French junior national team.
In 2021, Sidy Cissoko joined the NBA G League Ignite, a developmental team for NBA prospects. He averaged 12.8 points, 3.5 assists, 2.8 rebs, 1.2 steals, and 1.0 blocks per game in 28 games. He was named to the All-G League Ignite Second Team.
NBA Career Highlights
Sidy Cissoko was selected with the 44th overall pick in the NBA Draft 2023 by the San Antonio Spurs. He officially joined the Spurs on July 27, 2023, signing a three-year rookie deal.
Sidy Cissoko has yet to make his NBA debut. He is expected to compete for a spot in the Spurs’ rotation during the 2023-2024 season.
Net Worth and Earnings
Sidy Cissoko’s net worth has yet to be publicly known. However, he is expected to earn significant money throughout his NBA career. Over three years, his rookie contract with the Spurs is worth $5 million.
Personal Life and Relationships
Sidy Cissoko is single and does not have any known relationships. He is focused on his basketball career and is not interested in being in a relationship now.
Age and Physical Attributes
Sidy Cissoko is 19 years old and stands 6 feet 5 inches tall. He weighs 90 kg and has an athletic build. He is a good shooter and has a solid defensive presence.
Social Media Presence
Sidy Cissoko has few followers on social media, and his online presence could be bigger. Unlike famous people who get a lot of attention, Sidy Cissoko’s social media accounts are low-key and don’t have a big following. He has 31k followers on Instagram under the username of (@iamcissoko).
Sidy Cissoko is a talented young player with a bright future ahead of him. He is expected to be a pivotal contributor to the San Antonio Spurs.