WASHINGTON, July 23 (Xinhua) -- The Phoenix Suns signed forward Cheick Diallo on a multi-year contract, the club announced on Tuesday.

Diallo, 22, has played three NBA seasons with the New Orleans Pelicans and this past season averaged career highs of six points and 5.2 rebounds per game.

Born in Kayes, Mali, Diallo began playing basketball at age 13 and moved to the United States as a 15-year-old in 2012 to pursue his career. He was originally the 33rd overall selection in the second round of the 2016 NBA Draft by the LA Clippers.

Diallo will wear uniform No. 14 with the Suns.