Chadrack Mpoyi
#167"🇨🇩🏀Ht: 6’11 Wt: 230 wingspan:7’5"
Minnesota
Scout Report
Standing at 6-10 with legitimate college offers already secured, this California big man has emerged as one of the more promising interior prospects on the West Coast.
Background
Hailing from Irvine, California, Chadrack Mpoyi has developed his game at Crean Lutheran, a program known for developing college-level talent. The 2026 prospect has navigated the competitive Southern California basketball scene while building his reputation as a reliable post presence. His journey through the recruiting process has attracted attention from programs across multiple conferences.
Playing Style
Mpoyi's 6-10 frame gives him natural advantages in the paint on both ends of the floor. He uses his size effectively around the basket and shows solid fundamentals for a player his age. His presence in the interior provides rim protection potential and creates matchup problems for opposing teams. While still developing his overall skill set, he demonstrates the kind of foundational tools that college coaches value in modern big men.
Recruitment
With eight Division I offers from programs including Minnesota, Oregon State, California, and Utah, Mpoyi has generated solid interest across the recruiting landscape. His commitment to Minnesota shows confidence in his development trajectory and suggests the Gophers view him as a foundational piece for their future frontcourt. Ranked #166 nationally in the 2026 class, he projects as a player who could develop into a significant contributor at the high-major level.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Offers
8
Minnesota
Committed
Chose Minnesota over 7 other offers
UC Santa Barbara
Utah State
Oregon State
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