Missouri’s bruising paint anchor with efficient scoring and elite rim protection
In the 2012-13 season, Alex Oriakhi gave Missouri a veteran inside presence, averaging 11.2 points and 8.4 rebounds while shooting .639 from the field and .746 at the line. He also brought real defensive pop with 1.6 blocks per game and 20 steals, earning honorable mention All-SEC recognition and a reputation as one of the league’s top defensive players. The key reason to care: he was a coachable, high-motor forward who translated physicality, reliability, and improvement into winning value, making him a strong fit for teams needing a tough, efficient frontcourt tone-setter.
