He played college basketball for the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, Arizona Wildcats and the Boise State Broncos.

[10] He continued his college career with Arizona for his sophomore season and averaged 3.8 points and 2.8 rebounds per game.

[18] After going undrafted in the 2023 NBA draft, Akot signed his first professional contract with the Ottawa BlackJacks of the Canadian Elite Basketball League, as a mid-season addition to the roster.

[19] On August 22, 2023, Dutch basketball club Heroes Den Bosch announced they had signed Akot for the upcoming season.

[20] On May 28, 2024, Akot signed with the Winnipeg Sea Bears of the Canadian Elite Basketball League.