Noa Essengue – France’s Modern Big on the Rise

Height: 6’10″ | Weight: 230 lb | Position: Power Forward/Center
Country: France | Team: Ratiopharm Ulm (Germany)

Noa Essengue is quietly building one of the most complete toolkits among European big men under 21. His ability to switch defensively, crash the boards, and serve as a secondary playmaker makes him a versatile presence who plays well beyond his years.

In the EuroCup U18 division, Essengue posted impressive numbers—averaging 25 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists per 48 minutes—marking him as one of Europe’s most efficient and productive young big men.

Strengths:
✔ High-efficiency scorer around the rim
✔ Versatile defender with strong rebounding instincts
✔ Excellent passing ability and floor vision from the post

Areas to Improve:
✘ Needs to add more physical strength to battle elite-level post players
✘ Should work on expanding his scoring range beyond the paint

Why He Matters:
Essengue projects as a EuroLeague starter with clear upside for the NBA or G League Ignite. He represents the modern hybrid big—positionless, skilled, and impactful on both ends of the floor. Adding to his rising profile, recent reports confirm that Essengue has been invited to the NBA Draft green room—an exclusive recognition that signals serious interest from scouts and executives at the highest level. This invitation is a major milestone for a player who blends size, skill, and basketball IQ in rare fashion.