towering 7'1" Alabama center who brought size, screening, and interior presence
Carl Engstrom was a true rim-size big for Alabama, listed at 7'1" and 265 pounds, and in the 2013-14 season he averaged 1.6 points and 2.5 rebounds while shooting 54.1% from the field.[4] His appeal was less about volume scoring and more about matchup value: he gave the Tide legitimate paint size, a sturdy body, and a traditional center look that can matter when you need interior defense and physicality.[3][4] He later continued his career professionally after graduating from Alabama, underscoring that he was a real pro-level big rather than just a roster filler.[3]
