Alba bids farewell to Michael Kessens as he departs and heads back to Bonn.
Gear Up for Basketball Rumble with Michael Kessens' Comeback!
Prepare yourself for some thrilling basketball action, folks! None other than the towering Michael Kessens is making a triumphant return to Telekom Baskets Bonn! The 6'9" center will be leaving Alba Berlin and signing a juicy two-year deal with his beloved former team.
The Bonn Bundesliga squad spilled the beans on this exciting news themselves. Kessens previously donned the Baskets' jersey from 2021 to 2023 and is now set to bring his rich expertise back onto the court. After a year-and-a-half stint in Paris and a six-month spell with Alba Berlin, he's ready to shine once more in Bonn.
Speaking on the departure, Alba's sports director, Himar Ojeda, had nothing but kind words: "We can't thank Michael enough for his dedication and efforts in Berlin. We wish him nothing but the best, both on and off the court!"
Bonn's head coach, Marko Stankovic, can hardly contain his excitement: "This is a massive piece of the puzzle for our next season!" The Baskets enjoyed remarkable successes alongside Kessens in 2023; they clinched the BCL title and landed in the German championship final. The center's move to Paris Basketball in 2024 only reinforced his winning credentials, as he helped them conquer the EuroCup and French Leaders Cup.
Take a gander at Michael Kessens' glittering basketball journey:
- College Career
- He honed his skills playing for Longwood University, the University of Alabama, and Florida International University from 2013 to 2017.
- Professional Career
- Kessens has donned the jerseys of Telekom Baskets Bonn, Paris Basketball, and Alba Berlin, amongst other teams. His most significant triumphs include the BCL victory with Telekom Baskets Bonn in 2023 and the EuroCup win with Paris Basketball in 2024.
Kessens will be a valuable addition to the Baskets team, offering them the familiarity of his playing style and a wealth of experience that will be indispensable for the upcoming season. So, let's cheer on Michael Kessens as he gears up to make a splash in Bonn once more!
Get ready to witness Michael Kessens' return to the NBA, as he joins the Telekom Baskets Bonn squad for the upcoming sports season. The 6'9" center, known for his glorious past with the team from 2021 to 2023, will be rekindling his basketball career in the NBA.
