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Scout Report
Standing 6-10 with legitimate college offers already flooding in as just a sophomore, this Atlanta big man is rewriting the timeline for elite center development.
Background
Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, Bentley Lusakueno has found the perfect development environment at Woodward Academy, one of the state's premier basketball programs. The talented center is part of an absolutely loaded War Eagles roster that includes fellow highly-ranked prospects Myles Hayes (#13 in 2028), Jarvis Hayes Jr. (#29 in 2027), and Clemson commit Zac Foster (#60 in 2025). This elite supporting cast provides Lusakueno with high-level competition daily while learning winning habits in a program known for developing college-ready talent.
Playing Style
Lusakueno's 6-10 frame immediately commands attention in the paint, but it's his basketball IQ and developing skill set that separates him from other big men his age. He shows excellent court awareness for a player still early in his high school career, making smart decisions with the ball and understanding spacing concepts. His footwork continues to improve, and he's beginning to show flashes of range that extend beyond the traditional post area. While still filling out his frame and adding strength, Lusakueno's shot-blocking instincts and rebounding positioning suggest a natural feel for interior defense that should only improve with continued development.
Recruitment
With eight Division I offers already in hand from programs like Georgia, Auburn, Oregon, and Georgia Tech, Lusakueno's recruitment is accelerating rapidly despite being just a sophomore. His #5 national ranking in the 2028 class reflects the widespread belief that he has elite upside as he continues to grow into his body. Given his local ties and the strong relationships Georgia programs are building, the in-state schools appear well-positioned, though his recruitment will likely become national in scope as he continues developing.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Woodward Academy
PREP SCHOOL
Nike EYBL
AAU
Career Highlights
MLK Dream Challenge: Starting Five selection
26 PTS, 7 REB, 4 AST performance
Backs his five-star status at Marshall County Hoopfest
Takes home 2nd MVP of the weekend
Pro Insight Player Spotlight - Elite shooting display
29 points in win over Grayson County
5-star 2028 F described as absolute monster and elite 3-level scorer
6'9 5-star '28 showed everything you hope for at Hawks Naismith Classic
Big time performance at Hawks Naismith Tip Off Classic
Featured in USAB Fall Minicamp coverage as 2028 big
Offers
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Georgia
Georgia Tech
Missouri
OregonGeorgia StateSocial Activity
2025 @usabjnt Mini-Camp Fri 10/10 standouts 2026s Adonis & Darius Ratliff Qayden Samuels Taj Ariza Bryson Howard Jaxson Richardson 2027s DeMarcus Henry CJ Rosser Marcus Spears Jason Gardner Jr. Cayden Daughtry 2028s Bentley Lusakueno Dylan Betts Terrell Jackson Brady Pettigrew https://t.co/SRqceKsiv2
USAB Junior National Day 2 Standouts 2026 Anthony Thompson Cam Holmes Adonis Ratliff 2027 Moussa Kamissoko Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje TJ Jamison Mason Collins 2028 Xavier Young Marceles Duncan Anthony Spratt Jordan Mize Bentley Lusakueno 2029 RJ Evans Will Conroy Jr https://t.co/TuZTCLK4qU
*Some* Saturday Eye-Catchers ⏩️ 🇺🇸 #OctoberMinicamp ‘26 JJ Andrews ‘27 Beckham Black ‘27 Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje ‘27 Bruce Branch III ‘28 Devin Cleveland ‘28 Marceles Duncan ‘29 Reggie Evans, Jr. ‘27 Jason Gardner, Jr. ‘29 Cayden Gaskins ‘28 Myles Hayes ‘27 Malachi Jordan ‘28 https://t.co/zga0DKiMo9
Some Saturday @usabjnt Minicamp standouts: 2026 📷 Adonis Ratliff (NY) Anthony Thompson (OH) 2027 📷 Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje (FL) 2028 📷 Myles Hayes (GA) Bentley Lusakueno (GA) Evan Willis (CA) 2029 📷 Cayden Gaskins (FL) https://t.co/HamLJl5ifS
USABJNT Minicamp Sat Eyecatchers 2026 Anthony Thompson Bryson Howard Cam Williams Deron Rippey 2027 Bruce Branch CJ Rosser Isaiah Hill Moussa Kamissoko 2028 Benji Berrouet Bentley Lusakueno Evan Willis Terrell Jackson 2029 Cayden Gaskins RJ Evans https://t.co/X0osmApwhq