Temple’s 7-foot-1 rim-protecting backup big with late-game guts
In the 2025-26 season, Mohamed Keita profiles as a massive, defense-first center who gives Temple true size, vertical spacing, and real rim protection at 7-foot-1 and 230 pounds. Temple’s staff has specifically highlighted his length on defense and lob-threat ability, and his best moment came in February 2026 when he helped beat South Florida with a game-winning tip-in and clutch free throws. He’s not a volume scorer, but his size, hustle, and flashes of poise make him a useful fit for teams needing interior depth and a gritty paint presence.
