Big Ten Player of the Year with two-way juice
Keita Bates-Diop’s best Ohio State season came in 2017-18, when he averaged 19.8 points and 8.7 rebounds and won Big Ten Player of the Year, a strong signal that he can carry a real offensive load[11][2]. He stood out as a versatile, team-first forward who could score without hijacking possessions, defend multiple spots, and bring length, physicality, and shot-blocking instincts—traits coaches love when the game gets messy[7][11]. If you want a forward who competes, spaces the floor, and does the dirty work, he’s a very appealing fit[7].
