Russell Hicks brings elite size and proven rim protection to FIU
Hicks stands out because of his rare 7-foot frame and shot-blocking presence, having earned third-team All-Sun Belt honors and set FIU’s single-season blocks record with 60 in 2008-09. That profile makes him valuable as a true anchor in the paint: he can deter drivers, clean the glass, and give a team a defensive identity inside. The main question for any roster fit is whether you need a traditional center whose value comes more from interior defense than modern stretch skills.
