Nalani Kaysia brings grit, boards, and veteran-forward energy to Providence
In the 2025-26 season, Nalani Kaysia emerged as a physical, high-motor forward for Providence, starting 15 of 21 games and averaging 3.6 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.0 steal per game; she also flashed real upside on the glass with a 12-rebound game against Villanova and 11 rebounds against South Carolina. Providence describes her as an athletic forward who “sprints the floor in transition,” which fits a team that wants energy, toughness, and hustle over empty-calorie stats. If you need a rim-running, rebound-hunting glue player, she’s your kind of headache for opponents.
