Davidson’s 7-2 rim protector with veteran polish
In his Davidson career, Martin Ides showed a big-man toolkit built around size, rebounding, and defensive presence, averaging 9.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game while shooting 45.5% from the field in the 2001-02 season. He also became a matchup problem as a 7-2 center who could stretch the floor a bit, hitting 42.9% from three in that season, which is a sneaky differentiator for a player his size. The broader story: he was a steady, experienced frontcourt piece rather than a flash-only prospect, with enough skill and toughness to fit a system that values smart, versatile bigs.
