the high-usage Leatherneck forward who fills the box score
In the 2023-24 season, Jesiah West was Western Illinois’ most durable glue guy, starting all 33 games and posting 9.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game while shooting 50.6% from the field. His calling card is versatility: he rebounds, passes, and defends with real juice, and his 2023-24 line also included 0.8 steals and 1.1 blocks per game. The upside? He’s a physical, multi-tool forward who helps a team in a lot of places; the caution flag is perimeter shooting, which has been low. Good fit for teams needing toughness, activity, and connective tissue.
