LC State's Lustig Earns NABC All-West Region Honors

Warriors' all-time leading scorer recognized by coaching association

Mar. 30, 2026 at 8:58pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a basketball game broken down into overlapping planes of navy, green, and orange, capturing the dynamic energy of the sport.Lustig's all-region selection highlights his impact as one of the top players in LC State basketball history.Kansas City Today

John Lustig of Lewis-Clark State College became the first player in program history to be named to the NABC All-West Region team, the coaching association announced on Thursday. Lustig, the Warriors' all-time leading scorer, led the Cascade Collegiate Conference in field goal percentage and was fifth in rebounding this past season.

Why it matters

This is the first season the NABC has recognized all-region teams for the NAIA, making Lustig's selection a significant milestone for the LC State men's basketball program. As the school's all-time leading scorer, Lustig has cemented his legacy as one of the top players in Warriors history.

The details

Lustig finished his career at LC State with 1,463 points, the most in program history. He led the Cascade Collegiate Conference in field goal percentage at 58.5% and was fifth in rebounding with 7.3 per game. Lustig also contributed 70 assists, 18 blocks and 14 steals in his final season with the Warriors.

  • Lustig became LC State's all-time leading scorer in the final game of the 2025-26 season.
  • The NABC announced its inaugural All-West Region team on March 30, 2026.

The players

John Lustig

A senior forward for the LC State men's basketball team who finished his career as the program's all-time leading scorer with 1,463 points.

Austin Johnson

The head coach of the LC State men's basketball team, who praised Lustig's accomplishments and the recognition from the NABC.

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What they’re saying

“'More deserved recognition for John and his hard work. There are a lot of great players in the country so to be named to the inaugural all-region team is impressive. John has had an outstanding season helping us win a conference championship and further cementing his legacy of impact here at LC.'”

— Austin Johnson, Head Coach, LC State Men's Basketball

The takeaway

Lustig's selection to the NABC All-West Region team is a significant achievement for both the player and the LC State men's basketball program. As the school's all-time leading scorer, Lustig has left an indelible mark on the Warriors' record books and cemented his legacy as one of the top players in program history.