the LSU walk-on who turned size into a real interior presence
In his LSU years, Del Piero stood out as a rare 7-foot-plus center with surprising mobility, strong shot-blocking, and a knack for giving the Tigers credible minutes despite starting as a former band member and walk-on. His value was never just the box score: he brought toughness, patience, and a quirky backstory that teammates and fans loved, while still producing real interior numbers in the 2012-13 season, including 4.3 points and 3.1 rebounds per game. He fits best as a depth-big or developmental rim protector with personality, size, and a fun little bit of SEC folklore.
