Mid Range Monday: Kevin-David Rice from Grand Blanc High School

<p>Featured on this edition of Mid-Range Monday is 6'4 combo guard<strong> Kevin-David Rice</strong>,  class of 2020 from Grand Blanc High School.  KDR is a player on the rise and he has climbed up the rankings to one of the top 2020 prospects in the state of Michigan. Currently has offers from Depaul University, University of Detroit Mercy and Denver University.  KDR averaged just under 18ppg in his junior season to go along with 8 boards per game.  Kevin is smooth as a ball handler with his 6'4 frame.  He sees the court extremely well and his basketball IQ stacks up with the top point guards in his class.  Gets to the rim with ease and can take over a game with his defense and outside shooting when needed.  He is looking to have an even better senior campaign.  Look for his offers to increase as the year goes on. </p> <p>Kevin took some time to answer some questions for prep hoops. </p> <p></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>When did you start playing varsity basketball?</strong></p> <p><strong>KDR: </strong>I started playing basketball at 8 years old and have been playing varsity since my freshman year.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Why do you love to play the game of basketball?</strong></p> <p><b>KDR: </b>I love the game of basketball because it allows me to take my mind off of everything that is going on in my life</p> <p><span style="font-size: 1rem"> and just live in the moment. It allows me to be myself.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What do you feel your strengths are on the basketball court:</strong></p> <p><b>KDR: </b>My strengths on the court are my leadership abilities, my basketball IQ and my shooting.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What are some areas of your game you have been working on to improve before the season tips off?</strong></p> <p><b>KDR:</b> I’ve been working on every aspect of my game. Especially my conditioning and lifting weights to get stronger along with my ball handling and shooting.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How far do you wish to go with the game of basketball, and what is your plan to get there?</strong></p> <p><b>KDR: </b>My goal is to play in the NBA. I plan on getting there throw hard work and dedication.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What are college coaches at any level going to get in a player like you?</strong></p> <p><b>KDR: </b>College coaches will get a player who is a hard worker, a leader vocally and by example, and a player who loves defense.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What are some team goals for the upcoming season?</strong></p> <p><b>KDR: </b>Win a state championship.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Who do you model your game after and why?</strong></p> <p><b>KDR: </b>I model my game after someone like Devin Booker.  Being able to knock down jump shots and finish at the rim.  Also, getting my teammates involved.<b><br /> </b></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Favorite basketball memory to date?</strong></p> <p><b>KDR: </b>My first basketball practice because I fell in love with the game of basketball.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What do you look for the most in a college program?</strong></p> <p><b>KDR:</b> I look forward to being a program that helps me grow both on and off the court, and being in an environment that feels like family.<b><br /> </b></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Who is your favorite player and why?</strong></p> <p><b>KDR: </b>My favorite player is Lebron because he is dominant and he is an even better man off the court.</p>