6-foot-3 Northwestern forward still carving out her role
In the 2025-26 season, Rachel Mutombo has been a low-usage depth piece for Northwestern, appearing in five games and averaging 2.2 minutes with 0.4 rebounds per game, but her size and long-term upside remain the draw.[3][11] The 6-foot-3 forward brings a classic rim-protector frame, a high-major family basketball pedigree, and a steady, team-first profile; after not playing in 2024-25, she earned more opportunity in 2025-26 and even scored her first collegiate points at Michigan State in the 2025-26 season.[11]
