Yigit Balta brings size and upside to Old Westbury’s front line
Balta is a 6'6" sophomore forward for Old Westbury who is still early in his college career and appears to be in a developmental role rather than a high-volume producer; ESPN’s 2025-26 game log shows limited minutes and a scoreless outing with 2 rebounds in his listed appearance, while Old Westbury’s roster lists him as a sophomore forward with no season stats posted yet.[1][2] What makes him interesting is the frame and positional profile: at forward size, he offers a clear long-term fit for teams looking for a young, projectable defender/rebounder who can grow into a more consistent all-around contributor.[2][4]
