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Tacko Fall

Tacko Fall is a Senegalese professional basketball player who plays center.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Tacko Fall is a Senegalese professional basketball player who plays center. He has played in the NBA for the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers and, as of the latest available sources, plays for the Ningbo Rockets in China’s CBA.

Early life and education

Fall was born in Dakar, Senegal, in 1995 and later moved to the United States. He attended the University of Central Florida, where he became one of the most notable players in program history.

College career

At UCF, Fall became the school’s all-time leader in blocked shots and set an NCAA Division I record for field goal percentage. He also finished among the program leaders in rebounds and points.

Professional career

Fall entered professional basketball after going undrafted in 2019. He played for the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA before continuing his career in international leagues, including China’s CBA.

Physical profile and playing style

Fall is known primarily for his extreme height and rim-protection ability. He plays center and is widely recognized for his shot-blocking and finishing around the basket.

Key facts

  • Fall is one of the tallest professional basketball players, listed at 7 ft 6 in (2.29 m).
  • He was born in Dakar, Senegal, and moved to the United States as a teenager.
  • He played college basketball for UCF, where he set the school record for blocked shots.
  • He went undrafted in the 2019 NBA draft.
  • He has played in the NBA and in professional leagues outside the United States, including China’s CBA.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Tacko Fall?
Tacko Fall is a Senegalese professional basketball center known for his 7 ft 6 in height and for playing in the NBA and overseas.
Where was Tacko Fall born?
He was born in Dakar, Senegal.
What college did Tacko Fall attend?
He played college basketball at the University of Central Florida (UCF).
Was Tacko Fall drafted into the NBA?
No. He went undrafted in the 2019 NBA draft.
Which NBA teams did Tacko Fall play for?
He played for the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers.
What is Tacko Fall’s height?
He is listed at 7 ft 6 in (2.29 m).

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tacko_Fall
    Supports: Full name, birth date, nationality, and current team listing.
  2. NBA — https://www.nba.com/player/1629605/tacko-fall
    Supports: Height, weight, country, birthdate, position, draft status, college, and NBA experience.
  3. UCF Knights — https://ucfknights.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/player/tacko-fall-1
    Supports: College records for blocks, field goal percentage, rebounds, and points.
  4. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/basketball/49925195
    Supports: Background, birth in Dakar, move to the United States, and NBA combine measurements.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3904625/tacko-fall
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, college, height, position, and recent professional status.