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Kiki Rice

Kira Carroll "Kiki" Rice is an American professional basketball player for the Toronto Tempo of the WNBA.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kiki Rice is an American professional basketball player who plays as a guard for the Toronto Tempo of the WNBA. She played college basketball for the UCLA Bruins, where she won a national championship in 2026 and earned All-American honours.

Early life and high school career

Rice was born in Bethesda, Maryland, and attended Sidwell Friends School. She was one of the top girls basketball recruits in her class.

College career

Rice played for UCLA from 2022 to 2026 and became one of the program’s leading guards. She helped UCLA win the national championship in 2026 and received third-team All-American honours that year.

Professional career

In the 2026 WNBA draft, Rice was selected sixth overall by the expansion Toronto Tempo. She began her professional career with Toronto in 2026.

International play

Rice has represented the United States in youth international competition. Available biographical sources list her with USA Basketball.

Key facts

  • Kiki Rice is an American professional basketball guard for the Toronto Tempo.
  • She was selected sixth overall in the 2026 WNBA draft.
  • She played college basketball for UCLA and won a national championship in 2026.
  • She is listed at 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m).
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Canadian context

Rice plays for the Toronto Tempo, the WNBA expansion team based in Canada, making her relevant to Canadian basketball audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kiki Rice?
Kiki Rice is an American professional basketball player and guard for the Toronto Tempo of the WNBA.
How old is Kiki Rice?
She was born on January 14, 2004, which makes her 22 years old.
Where does Kiki Rice play?
She plays for the Toronto Tempo in the WNBA.
What college did Kiki Rice go to?
She attended UCLA and played college basketball for the UCLA Bruins.
Is Kiki Rice in the WNBA?
Yes. She is a WNBA player for the Toronto Tempo.
What is Kiki Rice's height?
She is listed at 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m).

References

  1. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/wnba/player/bio/_/id/4565505/kiki-rice
    Supports: Birthdate, age, height, position, college, WNBA team, and rookie status.
  2. USA Basketball — https://www.usab.com/players/kiki-rice-1
    Supports: Height, age, hometown, position, and college.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kiki_Rice
    Supports: Professional team, WNBA draft selection, college career, and 2026 national championship claim.
  4. On3 — https://www.on3.com/db/kiki-rice-162864/
    Supports: Height, position, full name, and college timeline.