Kari LaPlante gives USC a big, steady post presence
In the 2025 season, Kari LaPlante has been USC’s go-to option in the paint, using her 6-5 frame to anchor the Trojans inside and bring a reliable scoring-and-rebounding base; ESPN lists her at 6.3 points and 5.3 rebounds per game with 46.9% shooting, while USC describes her as the tallest player on the roster and a powerful post presence. She’s the kind of center who helps you win the ugly possessions — rim protection, boards, and physicality — even if the flashy stuff isn’t her brand.
