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BYU Welcomes G-League Center Abdullah Ahmed for 2024 Debut

12/21/2025

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Abdullah Ahmed will debut for BYU on December 22, 2024, against Eastern Washington after the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) granted him three years of eligibility.
The 6-foot-10 former G-League center will bolster BYU's frontcourt depth alongside starter Keba Keita.
Ahmed averaged 3.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks with the Westchester Knicks.
BYU coach Kevin Young praised Ahmed's defensive skills and potential impact for Big 12 start.

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Abdullah Ahmed will debut for BYU on December 22, 2024, against Eastern Washington after the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) granted him three years of eligibility.
The 6-foot-10 former G-League center will bolster BYU's frontcourt depth alongside starter Keba Keita.
Ahmed averaged 3.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks with the Westchester Knicks.
BYU coach Kevin Young praised Ahmed's defensive skills and potential impact for Big 12 start.