Kansas’ classic rim-protecting anchor
In the 2012-13 season, Withey was the Jayhawks’ interior stopper and a major defensive differentiator, pairing elite shot-blocking with reliable rebounding and efficient finishing around the rim. Kansas listed him at 7-0 and 235 pounds, and he finished his Kansas career as the program’s all-time blocks leader with 311, a good clue to his timing, positioning, and paint deterrence. Scouts praised his toughness, length, and defensive intensity; the main caveat was that his offense was more functional than flashy, so he fits best with teams needing a true rim-protecting center, not a go-to scorer.[7][9][12][13]
