Colin Rice
#81"4⭐️| 2026 Martin Brothers Basketball | 6'8" | G/F Waukee Northwest Basketball"
Nebraska
Scout Report
The Hawkeye State is producing elite wing talent, and this 6-7 forward from Waukee is proving that Iowa basketball runs deep.
Background
Colin Rice hails from Waukee, Iowa, where he's become a cornerstone player at Waukee Northwest High School. Playing alongside fellow Division I commit Landon Davis, a 2026 power forward headed to Illinois, Rice has been part of a dynamic frontcourt duo that has put their program on the recruiting map. His development through Iowa's competitive high school basketball scene has caught the attention of major college programs across the Midwest and beyond.
Playing Style
At 6-7, Rice possesses the ideal size and length to play multiple positions at the next level, with the versatility to stretch defenses and create matchup problems. His combination of height and developing skill set makes him a valuable wing prospect who can impact the game on both ends of the floor. Rice shows good court awareness and basketball IQ, understanding how to use his length effectively on defense while continuing to expand his offensive repertoire. His ability to play alongside other talented prospects like Davis demonstrates his adaptability and team-first mentality.
Recruitment
Rice has accumulated an impressive 10 Division I offers, including programs like Iowa, Illinois, Northwestern, Colorado, Drake, Murray State, and Northern Iowa, before ultimately committing to Nebraska. Ranked #81 nationally in the class of 2026, he projects as a versatile forward who could develop into a key contributor at the Big Ten level with his size and continued skill development.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Nebraska
COLLEGE
Northwest
PREP SCHOOL
Offers
10
Nebraska
Committed
Chose Nebraska over 9 other offers
Iowa
Illinois
Northwestern
ColoradoHighlights
Social Activity
We're lovin' it. 🍔🏀 @colinlrice 🤝 2026 McDonald's All-American nominee. https://x.com/HuskerMBB/status/2018790769839181828/photo/1
Congratulations @colinlrice on your nomination!! 👏 https://x.com/MartinBrosAAU/status/2018133628924895404/photo/1
Waukee Northwest's Colin Rice Highlights from Friday and Saturday. This weekend the Wolves star had 31 rebounds, 41 points, and 5 blocks. Today against #2 West Allis Central (Wisconsin) in a match up with @yng_yusef Iowa State Signee - Colin went 10/16 from the field with 22 https://t.co/7cZZSXe6XF
Colin Rice drops 33 points in front of Coach Hoiberg‼️ @colinlrice @CoachHoiberg @HuskerMBB @WaukeeNWBBall https://t.co/CeV7IYvNPW
Nebraska basketball signee Colin Rice (@colinlrice) against Millard North in the MLK Classic 🔥 • 33 PTS • 11-19 FG (4-9 3FG) • 6 REBS https://t.co/GqFs7Vw0z8