7-foot rim protector with efficient minutes for Mount St. Mary's
Yakhya Diop is a 7-foot forward whose value comes from size, interior defense, and efficient finishing rather than high-usage scoring: in the 2025-26 season, he has averaged 1.7 points and 1.9 rebounds in 15 NCAA Division I games, while showing strong shot-blocking activity and elite shooting efficiency in limited minutes. His profile suggests a developmental big who can help as a low-mistake rebounder and paint deterrent, though his offensive role is still very limited. If you need a long, defensively oriented frontcourt prospect with upside, he is worth a look.[1][10][11]
