Spicer was an absolute force, completely locking down the paint on both ends of the floor. Standing at an imposing 6-foot-6, his sheer length and presence altered countless drives and rim attempts. He was a masterclass in activity within Drive Select’s zone defense; standard box-outs were practically useless against him due to his elite instincts for tracking the ball off the rim. Drive Select reaped massive rewards from Spicer’s elite rim protection and absolute dominance on the boards.

Spicer is a true 5 who commands attention immediately with his size, but what separates him most from his competitors is his ability to pair that physical presence with strong instincts. He repeatedly tracked shots well in his game against Chicago Cannons , anticipating rebounds before they developed and using his quick hands to come away with the ball. His combination of size, timing, speedy, velcro-like hands, and coordination gives him a great foundation for a developing interior prospect.

Kellan Spicer Kellan Spicer 6'6" | C/PF Cedar Rapids Jefferson | 2029 IA displayed his elite set of physical tools at the Prep Hoops Iowa Open. For starters, Kellan offers elite size, length, and athleticism. He was unstoppable on the glass because of his ability to swiftly spring off the floor with no wind-up. His elite wingspan and height added to his rebounding impact. And he was absolutely dominant when it came to snatching up missed shots. He got a bountiful amount of offensive rebounds, finishing many putbacks and gaining his team extra possessions and second-chance points. He was great attacking the rim and scoring through contact. He drew a ton of fouls and finished and-1s. And in transition, he was a monster due to his insane speed and athletic abilities. On the defensive end, he was extremely impactful. He blocked loads of shots, and he was great at staying vertical and forcing tough looks for opponents. His recognition and feel on defense stood out, as he would fly over from the help side repeatedly and send shots back. His physical tools were so overwhelming that opposing scorers would often not even try to score on him one-on-one.