Editor's note: This is a profile of the Raptors' latest NBA draft pick, written when Christian Koloko was playing in the March Madness tournament.
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Christian Koloko saw the play develop from across the lane, slid into position and blocked the shot with one hand.
Seconds later, after an offensive rebound, another TCU player had the audacity to challenge Arizona’s 7-foot shot swatter. Denied, two-handed this time.
Once a skinny freshman with limited offensive skills, Koloko has transformed himself into an anchor at both ends of the court during Arizona’s run to the Sweet 16.