Kolossos Rodou has announced the addition of Daniel Akin for the 2025-26 season. The 27-year-old British center, standing at 2.06m (6'9"), joins the Greek club after a season in Italy with Scafati, where he averaged 6.5 points and 4.7 rebounds in 25 appearances.
The official statement from KAE Kolossos H Hotels Collection reads: "KAE Kolossos H Hotels Collection announces its agreement with Daniel Akin. Daniel Akin was born on June 16, 1998, in London, and at 2.06m tall, he plays as a center. In 2017, he moved to the USA, where he played NCAA basketball for three colleges: UMBC (2017-21), California Baptist (2021-22), and Utah State (2022-23). In 2023, he began his professional career in France, signing with Strasbourg. Last season, Akin played in Italy for Scafati, where in 25 games, he averaged 6.3 points and 4.7 rebounds, shooting 61.3% from the field."
Daniel "Dan" Akin (born June 16, 1998, in London, England) is a British professional basketball player who primarily operates as a center/forward. Standing at 2.06m (6'9"), Akin is known for his strong rebounding presence and efficiency around the basket. He brings valuable experience from both NCAA Division I and European professional leagues.
Player Profile
Daniel "Dan" Akin (born June 16, 1998, in London, England) is a British professional basketball player who primarily operates as a center/forward. Standing at 2.06m (6'9"), Akin is known for his strong rebounding presence and efficiency around the basket. He brings valuable experience from both NCAA Division I and European professional leagues.
Career Journey
NCAA Collegiate Career (2017-2023): Akin spent six seasons in U.S. college basketball, developing his game at three different programs:
UMBC (2017-2021): Over four seasons, he steadily improved, culminating in averages of 7.9 points and 6.4 rebounds in his senior year (2020-21).
California Baptist (2021-22): He continued his strong play, averaging 10.8 points and 8.1 rebounds per game.
Utah State (2022-23): Akin had his most productive collegiate season, putting up 11.9 points and 6.9 rebounds with an impressive 67.6% field goal percentage.
Professional Debut in Europe (2023-Present):
SIG Strasbourg (France - LNB Pro A & BCL, 2023-24): Began his professional career in France, averaging 5.5 points and 3.1 rebounds in the French league and 6.0 points and 3.6 rebounds in the Basketball Champions League.
Scafati Basket (Italy - LBA, 2024-25): Moved to Italy, where he averaged 6.3 points and 4.7 rebounds in 25 league games, shooting 61.3% from the field.
International Representation: Akin has also represented Great Britain at various youth levels (U18 England, U20 Great Britain) and with the senior Great Britain national team in EuroBasket Qualifiers.
