Undrafted Nigerian Center Brings Paint Grit and 62% Shooting to MVSU
Daniel Umoh, a 6-9, 245-lb senior center from Lagos, Nigeria, finished his 2024-25 season at Mississippi Valley State averaging 2.3 points and 2.4 rebounds per game, but his true differentiator is elite efficiency: he shot 62.2% from the field in limited action [2][10]. While his per-game stats are modest due to playing just 13.0 minutes per game across 15 contests, Umoh proved his tenacity with a game-high 8 rebounds against Grambling State, showcasing the intensity and board-crashing mentality that teams need in the paint [7]. As an undrafted 2025 prospect now an unrestricted free agent, he offers a high-floor, low-risk fit for teams seeking a physical, efficient interior presence who brings international grit and a 62% shooting touch rather than flashy scoring volume [1][2].
