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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

Warming up as expected Lakhin (ankle) is warming up ahead of Thursday's game against Presbyterian, Chad Brendel of BearcatJournal.com reports.

Impact Lakhin was expected to play in this one after missing the team's last game. He should see some action in the frontcourt rotation.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Thursday Lakhin (ankle) is expected to play Thursday against Presbyterian, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Lakhin was unable to go on Tuesday against Alabama A&M due to an ankle injury that has been bothering him for some time. It looks like he will be able to play through it on Thursday, however.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Tuesday Lakhin won't play in Tuesday's game against Alabama A&M due to an ankle injury, Justin Williams of The Athletic reports.

Impact The forward is reportedly unavailable Tuesday with an ankle sprain. Lakhin has apparently dealt with the injury during the preseason. Nevertheless, this will be the sophomore first absent of the season, as Lakhin appeared in the first two games this year averaging 8.0 points and 4.5 rebounds.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

A healthy Viktor Lakhin, Cincinnati Bearcats look to improve to 3-0 under Wes Miller Viktor Lakhin will look to continue his hot start and help lift Cincinnati to its third straight win Tuesday when the Bearcats host HBCU Ala...

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM

Should be available Friday Everyone should be available for Cincinnati on Friday, suggesting Lakhin (undisclosed) will be as well, Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact Lakhin hasn't appeared in a game this season and is buried in the rotation, so it seems unlikely we will see him anytime soon even if he's available. Still, this should serve as an indication the big man should be ready if the Bearcats are lacking frontcourt depth.

FEBRUARY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not close to a return Lakhin is recovering from offseason knee surgery and is still weeks away from a potential return, Justin Williams of The Athletic reports.

Impact Lakhin has been rehabbing from an offseason procedure on his knee and continues to remain out as the Bearcats look to get back to .500 on the season with a win over Georgia on Saturday. The big man out of Russia still has some hurdles to clear before he can return but may not even have much of a role as an inexperienced player coming off a serious injury.

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not suiting up Wednesday Lakhin (undisclosed) is not available for Wednesday's game against Lipscomb, Justin Williams of The Athletic reports.

Impact It's not clear what kind of issue Lakhin has been dealing with, but he has yet to appear in a game this season. Cincinnati will play Xavier on Sunday next.

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE