Last Updated on April 14, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Dominique Akai “Nique” Clifford is an American college basketball player known for his versatility and athleticism.

Player Profile

Personal Information:

  • Full Name: Dominique Akai Clifford
  • Nationality: American
  • Date of Birth: February 9, 2002
  • Hometown: Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • Height: 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm)
  • Weight: 200 pounds (91 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 7 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 15 (US)

Basketball Career:

  • Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
  • Jersey Number: 10
  • High School: The Vanguard School (Colorado Springs, Colorado)
  • College:
    • University of Colorado (2020–2023):
      • Played in 82 games, starting in 50.
      • Averaged 5.4 points and 3.6 rebounds during his tenure.
      • Participated in one NCAA Tournament and two NIT appearances.
    • Colorado State University (2023–Present):
      • Transferred to Colorado State for the 2023–2024 season.
      • Started all 36 games, leading the team with 7.6 rebounds per game.
      • Recorded nine double-doubles, including one in the NCAA First Four against Virginia.
      • Averaged 12.2 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 3 assists per game.
      • Named Third Team All-Mountain West Conference.

Professional Prospects:

  • NBA Draft: As of January 2025, Clifford has not declared for the NBA Draft.
  • Teams Played For: Currently playing for Colorado State Rams.
  • Championship Rings: None to date.

Personal Life:

  • Children: None
  • Siblings: Information not publicly available

Player Archetype / Play Style

Nique Clifford projects as a versatile, glue-guy wing who can fill multiple boxes without needing an offense built around him. Defensively, he fits as a competitive multi-position stopper and help defender, bringing strong rebounding from the wing, active hands and enough toughness to handle both guards and forwards in different matchups. Offensively, he looks most comfortable as a secondary creator and play finisher, someone who can attack closeouts, score off straight-line drives, make the extra pass, rebound and push, and space the floor well enough to keep defenses honest. Physically, Clifford has solid NBA wing size at roughly 6-foot-5 to 6-foot-6 and about 200 pounds, with good athletic pop, balance and functional strength that show up in transition, on the glass and around the rim. Put together, his game has a mature, well-rounded feel: not flashy for the sake of it, but efficient, smart and adaptable, which is why he is often viewed as the type of wing who can help a rotation by doing a bit of everything. (NBA)

NBA.com — 2025 NBA Draft Profile
NBA Draft Room — Nique Clifford
NBA.com — Bleacher Report: New 2025 mock draft eyes upcoming bevy of talent