elite Baylor rim protector, versatile big, and one of the most intriguing what-ifs in college hoops
In the 2013-14 season, Isaiah Austin was a Baylor defensive anchor who averaged 11.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.1 blocks per game, giving the Bears rare rim protection with stretch-big skill and legit outside touch for a 7-footer.[1][2] He was a former five-star, top-3 national recruit with a reputation for quick feet, length, and a pick-and-pop game, but his NBA trajectory was altered by a career-ending medical diagnosis after his sophomore year.[2][5][11] If you value size, shot-blocking, and versatile spacing from the center spot, he fit the bill in a big way.[1][11]
