VIKTOR LAKHIN NEWS

Leaves Tuesday's game Lakhin was spotted using crutches after leaving Tuesday's game at Tulane with an apparent right ankle injury, Mo Egger of ESPN Radio reports.

Impact Lakhin suffered the injury during the first half and had four points (2-2 FG) and one rebound prior to suffering the injury. The specifics of the issue remain unclear, leaving him questionable at best for Saturday's matchup with South Florida.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches 20 points Lakhin produced 20 points (7-12 FG, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, one block and four steals in 34 minutes during Saturday's 73-64 win over UCF.

Impact Lakhin posted his fourth straight game finishing in double-figures Saturday. His eight-rebound performance marked his second consecutive game with eight rebounds. Lakhin played a big role defensively as well on Saturday, adding four steals and a block, his third straight game with at least one block. Through 24 games, Lakhin is the fifth leading rebounder in the conference, averaging 7.5 rebounds per game.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lakhin has 20 in Cincinnati's 73-64 victory over UCF

Led by Viktor Lakhin's 20 points, the Cincinnati Bearcats defeated the UCF Knights 73-64 on Saturday

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Heating up Lakhin amassed 15 points (7-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, three blocks and one steal across 31 minutes during Saturday's 75-69 loss to Houston.

Impact Lakhin continued his scoring spell in another great night from the floor in Saturday's loss. Saturday marked his second straight game in double figures, seemingly having ended his cold spell officially. The 6-foot-11 big man also added three blocks, his sixth multi-block game of the season.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How Viktor Lakhin found solace on and off the court at Cincinnati The Russian native and sophomore, healthy and comfortable, finally has emerged for Cincinnati this season.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sets new season high Lakhin logged 22 points (11-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and three steals in 33 minutes during Sunday's 75-68 loss to Memphis.

Impact Lakhin's 22 point performance set a new season high in Sunday's loss. The sophomore big man had not reached the 20 point mark in a game this season. Sunday marked Lakhin's fifth double-double of the season, dominating the paint on his way to a very efficient shooting night. Lakhin finished as the Bearcats leading scorer.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 16 points Sunday Lakhin logged 16 points (4-7 FG, 8-10 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two steals across 31 minutes during Sunday's 72-59 loss to Houston.

Impact Lakhin continued his consistent scoring in Sunday's loss. The sophomore center got to the free throw often, sinking eight free throws. Lakhin has been a very efficient scorer all season long, shooting 65.2 percent from the field.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double Lakhin recorded 14 points (7-14 FG), nine rebounds, two assists and one block over 28 minutes during Thursday's 70-61 victory over Wichita State.

Impact Lakhin came just one rebound shy of his fifth double-double of the season in Thursday's win. The sophomore big man dominanted inside, making half of his field goal attempts as well as collecting three offensive rebounds. Lakhin has led the team in rebounds and blocks all season long and currently averages the third most rebounds per game in the entire AAC with 7.8.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lakhin scores 18; Cincinnati knocks off Detroit Mercy 72-54

Led by Viktor Lakhin's 18 points, the Cincinnati Bearcats defeated the Detroit Mercy Titans 72-54

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lakhin's 17 lead Cincinnati past La Salle 78-60 Led by Viktor Lakhin's 17 points, the Cincinnati Bearcats defeated the La Salle Explorers 78-60 on Saturday.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

Lakhin's 17 lead Cincinnati past La Salle 78-60

Led by Viktor Lakhin's 17 points, the Cincinnati Bearcats defeated the La Salle Explorers 78-60 on Saturday

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Continues consistent scoring Lakhin contributed 12 points (6-9 FG), four rebounds, one block and two steals across 16 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 81-62 victory over Louisville.

Impact Wednesday marked Lakhin's third straight game with 10 or more points and four or more rebounds. The Bearcats center has started in every game so far this season, taking on a larger role than last season where he averaged just 4.2 points and 3.5 rebounds in 11.0 minutes off the bench. As a routine starter, Lakhin is averaging career highs across the board including 2.7 offensive rebounds per game. Lakhin leads the team in both rebounds (6.7) and blocks (1.1) per game this season.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting again Thursday Lakhin is slated to make a second consecutive start Thursday against Cleveland State.

Impact Lakhin started Cincinnati's season opener versus Chaminade and collected six points, six rebounds, two asissts and two steals across 17 minutes. He'll expectedly operate in a similar role during Thursday's matchup against the Vikings.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to improve Cincinnati's coach, Wes Miller, believes Lakhin has the potential for great improvement in the 2022-23 season, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Lakhin averaged 4.2 points and 3.5 rebounds in 10.9 minutes played in 2021-22, but the Bearcats' coach is expecting the center to make a big jump this season. Lakhin was a high three-star recruit that was ranked amongst the top 150 players out of high school, and will be exciting to watch as he enters his sophomore year.

JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Small role of bench in return Lakhin amassed four points (2-3 FG), three rebounds and one assist in 12 minutes during Tuesday's 71-53 loss to Houston.

Impact Lakhin played a small role off the bench during his return from a one-game absence due to personal reasons. Across 26 appearances this season, the sophomore big man is averaging 4.3 points and 3.7 rebounds in 11.1 minutes per game.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available to return Tuesday Lakhin (personal reasons) will play Tuesday against Houston, Chad Brendel of Bearcat Journal reports.

Impact Lakhin is set to return to the floor for Tuesday's matchup against Houston. The Bearcats big man missed the teams previous game for personal reasons. Lakhin has appeared in 25 games this season, averaging 4.4 points and 3.8 rebounds in 11.1 minutes per game.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to personal reasons Lakhin was absent from Saturday's loss to USF due to "personal reasons outside of basketball," Keith Jenkins of USA Today reports.

Impact Lakhin had appeared in nine consecutive games for the Bearcats since returning from a hip injury, though he'd only seen double-digit minutes in two. His main role had been to provide post depth, but until he's ready to return, that role will be split up between Hayden Koval, Abdul Ado and Ody Oguama. On the bright side, coach Wes Miller does anticipate Lakhin returning to practice early this week.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active Tuesday Lakhin (hip) will be available for Tuesday's matchup with Temple, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Lahkin is set to return for the Bearcats after missing the last two games with a hip injury. The 6-foot-11 sophomore has appeared in 16 games for Cincinatti, putting up 5.8 points, 4.8 rebounds and 0.6 steals on 13.5 minutes per game this season. Lakhin will look to continue his contribution of efficient rebounding and interior scoring off the bench in his return.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Lakhin (hip) is out for Thursday's game against Tulsa, Justin Williams of The Athletic reports.

Impact Lahkin is currently playing around 13.5 minutes per game for Cincinnati. He is a reserve in the rotation so it's unclear if anyone on the bench will take his minutes or if the starters will pick up the slack.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will be a game-time decision Lakhin (hip) will be a game-time decision for Thursday's game against Tulsa, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Lakhin missed the team's game on Sunday due to a hip injury. He is averaging 5.8 points and 4.8 rebounds per game this season.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Lakhin (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against Wichita State, Chad Brendel of Bearcat Journal reports.

Impact It's unclear how severe the injury is, but it'll sideline Lakhin for at least one game. In his absence, Ody Oguama will likely operate as the primary backup center to Abdul Ado.

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lakhin carries Cincinnati over Bryant 73-58

Viktor Lakhin recorded 13 points and 11 rebounds to carry Cincinnati to a 73-58 win over Bryant

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nears double-double against Illini Lakhin (cramps) had nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, one steal, and a block in Monday's win over Illinois.

Impact Lakhin left last week's game against Presbyterian with cramps, but looked just fine against the Illini almost notching a double-double in just 15 minutes. Lakhin should continue to be a key piece off the bench for the Bearcats this season.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with cramps Head coach Wes Miller revealed after Thursday's win over Presbyterian that Lakhin left the game because of cramps, Justin Williams of The Athletic reports.

Impact Lakhin was forced to leave Thursday's action early with what was initially thought to be an apparent leg injury but ended up just being some cramps. The good injury news is a sigh of relief, as the 6-11 sophomore has been quite the surprise to open up the year, as he's averaging 8.7 points, four rebounds and 1.3 steals in 14.7 minutes per game while shooting 73 percent from the floor. He's been incredibly efficient and should be alright to suit up Monday in a big test against Illinois.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Thursday Lahkin left Thursday's contest against Presbyterian with a leg injury,Justin Williams of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 6-foot-11 center exited the game after attempting to block a shot and injuring his leg. It is unclear if Lahkin will be able to return to the game at this moment. If the big is forced to miss time, expect Hayden Koval and Abdul Ado to be candidates for more opportunities.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE