Nik Khamenia impresses in Harvard-Westlake season opener
STUDIO CITY, CALIFORNIA - Harvard-Westlake coach David Rebibo is not shy when speaking about junior Nik Khamenia.
Last season, Rebibo said Khamenia could be the best player he’s ever coached when he’s done at Harvard-Westlake.
The 6-foot-8 forward impressed in Harvard-Westlake’s 76-31 season-opening victory over Palos Verdes at home Tuesday night.
Khamenia scored just 11 points, but played half the game due to the lopsided score. Harvard-Westlake led 41-11 at halftime.
He made an array of mid-range jumpers against the Palos Verdes zone defense. Outmuscled his way to offensive rebounds and played under control.
Khamenia is ranked No. 52 nationally in the 2025 class according to 247Sports.com and currently holds a 4-star rating with offers to Gonzaga, Kansas, UCLA and Stanford.
Nik Khamenia is one of Harvard-Westlake’s top players.
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Robert Hinton scored 14 points and USC-bound Trent Perry had 10 points in the Wolverines’ first game since winning the CIF State Open Division championship last season. The accomplishment has earned them an invitation to play in notable national tournament and showcase, including the Hoophall Classic in Springfield, Mass. on Jan. 15.
OTHER SCORES, STATS (NOV. 14)
Canyon 81, Victor Valley 34: Eric Kubel led the Cowboys 34 points. Evan Watts notched a double-double, 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Saugus 81, Burbank/Providence 57: Justin Perez had 24 points and 11 rebounds for the Centurions
Loyola 73, Village Christian 72 (OT): Quincy Watson had 22 points to lead the Cubs. Hugh Vandeweghe hit the game-winning shot.
Gardena Serra 87, Legacy 47: Jeremiah Wilson had 20 points for the Cavs.
Crespi 69, Oakwood 45: Joe Sterling tallied 21 points and Peyton White added 12 to give coach Derek Fisher a win in his debut.
Heritage Christian 78, Moorpark 40: Dillan Shaw had 28 points and Tae Simmons had 22 for the Warriors. Moorpark was led by freshman Levi Oakes' 17.
Sierra Canyon 102, St. Paul 42: Justin Pippen led the way with 24 points, Noah Williams had 22 and Bryce Cofield added 20 for the Trailblazers, who made 16 3-pointers in the game.
Wiseburn Da Vinci 56, Pilibos 55: Jameson Johnson had 21 points and Ahmose Daniels had 16 points and 16 rebounds.
Damien 75, Arlington 44: Xavier Clinton led Damien with 22 points.
Corona Centennial 69, West Ranch 60: The Huskies win without Arizona commit Carter Bryant thanks to 31 points from UCLA-bound guard Eric Freeny.
Simi Valley 105, Hueneme 40: Justin Rener had 17 for the Pioneers.
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Trinity Classical Academy 55, Agoura 23: Emma Schaaf notched an impressive double-double with 28 points and 13 rebounds.
