Van Nellessen gives Lynchburg a tough, efficient front-court piece
In the 2024-25 season, Van Nellessen played in 20 games for Lynchburg and averaged 3.5 points and 1.8 rebounds per game, with a season-high 16 points coming on an efficient shooting night; the 2025-26 stats page also shows him early in the year with 11 points in 5 games, suggesting a role that can grow when he’s aggressive offensively.[2][3][5] What makes him interesting is the blend of size and touch—he’s listed as a forward, but his scoring flashes and ability to hit shots efficiently hint at a versatile interior presence rather than a pure bruiser.[1][2] For a team, that means a player who can contribute without needing the ball constantly, and one who already has shown he can pop for a big game when the offense comes to him.[3][5]
