Assessing Brad Waldow

Ed Isaacson on Brad Waldow: "Brad Waldow, 6’9, 260. St. Mary’s, Forward- Waldow has been one of college basketball’s best big men over the past couple of seasons. He is a skilled offensive post player, with a wide body and above-average footwork. He uses his body to establish position in the post, and seals his defender well. While he prefers the left block to the right, he is capable of setting up on either, and making a move over either shoulder.  There is nothing quick, or fancy, about his post moves, but he minimizes his ballhandling and has shown nice touch out to eight feet.  Waldow can have some trouble is when confronted with length around the basket, but he is capable of using his bulk to create some space.  Waldow is a good offensive rebounder, and though not very athletic, he tracks the ball well and uses his body to establish position.  Waldow is not as skilled on the defensive end, and though he uses his body well to defend the post, his footwork is below average, and a bit slow. He has trouble with longer and/or quicker offensive players, as he doesn’t seem to react quickly to shot attempts. Also, Waldow can be slow to get out to the perimeter, whether looking to close on a shooter, or defending in the pick-and-roll. Waldow is a tough defensive rebounder, boxing out well and using his lower body to keep opponents on his back."