ACC-level interior presence with stretch-big upside
Lakhin is a productive, high-motor center whose calling cards are efficient scoring, rebounding, and real rim protection: in the 2024-25 season at Clemson, he averaged 11.6 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks while shooting 50.7% from the field and 37.5% from three, earning honorable mention All-ACC recognition.[8][9][11][13] He also flashed more all-around value with 1.5 assists and 1.0 steals per game, and recent summer-league reports suggest he can score in the paint and impact winning beyond the box score.[11][14] If you want a center who can finish, defend the rim, and open the floor a bit, he fits.
