D'Tigers Chimezie Metu Joins Barcelona

D'Tigers Chimezie Metu Joins Barcelona

Precious Oham

Nigeria D'Tigers forward-pivot, Chimezie Metu has signed a one-season contract with FC Barcelona, valid until 30 June 2025, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Metu, 27-years-old and 2.08 meters tall, arrives from the Detroit Pistons, where he finished the 2023/24 season with an average of 10.5 points, 6 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game.

He is Barça’s fourth new acquisition after Kevin Punter, Justin Anderson and Juan Núñez.

Metu is at his first European experience, having played in the NBA with Spurs, Kings and Suns.