Samkelo Cele from Durban to the NY Knicks, Africa's Next Basketball Star, Saying No to BNL, Rise of BAL

In this exclusive episode, we sit down with rising South African basketball star Samkelo Cele, as he takes us through his remarkable journey—from the humble township of Claremont in Durban, to showcasing his talent on the courts of America and making waves with Cape Town Tigers.Samkelo opens up about:✊ How his upbringing in Claremont shaped his character and career🇺🇸 His transition to U.S. college basketball with Northeastern Oklahoma A&M and Southern University🗽 Getting the call-up to the New York Knicks Summer League squad🏆 His decision to pass on the Basketball National League (BNL) and why🌍 The rise and impact of the Basketball Africa League (BAL)🚀 What the future holds for him both on and off the courtThis is more than just basketball—it's about identity, ambition, and making it against the odds. Whether you're a hoop fan or just love a good underdog story, this conversation will inspire you.📌 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful stories from Africa's game changers!Follow the PodcastInstagram: / https://www.instagram.com/theallround...TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@the.all.round...X: / https://x.com/allrounderssa?s=21&t=_v...Facebook: / https://www.facebook.comFollow Samkelo Instagram: @iambucketsFollow our hostsPhilasande Sixaba: https://www.instagram.com/psixaba/Nono Pongolo: https://www.instagram.com/nonz10/#SamkeloCele #BasketballAfrica #CapeTownTigers #BAL #SouthAfricanBasketball #AfricanAthletes #BasketballJourney #FromTownshipToGlory #NYKnicks #SummerLeague #CollegeBasketball #ClaremontDurban #HoopsDreams #AfricanTalent #BasketballLife