Former Clemson center signs with NBA team

The Oklahoma City Thunder announced the signing of former Clemson center Viktor Lakhin on Sunday, adding him to their roster.

Lakhin, who was recovering from a foot injury, had been part of the Thunder's Summer League team during the offseason and may now join the team's G League affiliate as the season approaches.

During the 2024-25 season at Clemson, Lakhin played in a career-high 34 games, starting 33 of them, and averaged 11.4 points on 50.7% shooting, along with 6.4 rebounds in 23.6 minutes per game.

Originally from Russia, Lakhin spent his first three college seasons with Cincinnati, accumulating 1,162 points, 728 rebounds, and 128 blocks over his four-year collegiate career.