Packevicius brings veteran size, rebounding, and rim protection for Rice
In the 2007-08 season, Paulius Packevicius was already producing like a frontcourt anchor for Rice, averaging 11.1 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 1.33 blocks per game before a knee injury ended his year early. His value is the gritty stuff that travels: physical rebounding, interior defense, and enough scoring touch to punish mismatches. At 6-9 and 230 pounds, he profiles as a tough, old-school forward who can change a game without dominating the ball—a good fit for a team that wants toughness, paint presence, and a reliable glue guy.
