
Daneesh McIntosh brings board-crashing grit and defense-first value to Rice
McIntosh’s calling card is hustle: in Rice’s 2000-01 era coverage, she repeatedly showed up on the glass, including a 10-rebound game and multiple outings near double-double territory, while also making impact plays like a late blocked 3-point attempt. Her profile points to a physical, defense-minded frontcourt presence who can change possession battles without needing the offense run through her. If you want a center who rebounds, protects the rim, and plays with edge, she’s the kind of low-glamour, high-utility piece that can quietly tilt a roster.