Versatile SJSU forward with size, rebounding juice, and a steady role
In the 2024-25 season, Matt Ballard was a rotation forward for San Jose State, listed at 6-9 and contributing about 1.6 points and 3.9 rebounds per game in a limited role. His appeal is the easy-to-like forward toolkit: length, physical presence, and the kind of rebounding base that can make a team sturdier without demanding touches. He looks like a fit for programs that want size, defense, and low-ego utility rather than a high-usage scorer; the big question is whether his game can expand beyond doing the dirty work.
