Isaiah Crawford of Louisiana Tech is a finalist for the 2023-24 Lefty Driesell Defensive Player of the Year, in recognition of his outstanding defensive performance in Division I college basketball. Crawford's accolades include being named a finalist for the Lou Henson National Player of the Year Award and receiving numerous other postseason honors. He played a pivotal role in Louisiana Tech's top-ranked defense in the league and one of the best in the country. Crawford's impressive stats include ranking seventh in CUSA for rebounds per game, as well as top three in the league and top 60 in the country for steals and blocks per game. His exceptional performance has made him a standout candidate for the prestigious award.

By the Numbers
  • Crawford ranked 6th in field goal percentage defense (39.1%) and 16th in scoring defense (64.5).
  • He registered 68 total steals, ranking 29th in the country, and 55 blocks, ranking top three in the league.
State of Play
  • Crawford's defensive prowess contributed to Louisiana Tech's top-ranked defense in the league and one of the top defenses in the country.
  • He became only the second Division I player in the last five seasons to register 60+ steals and 50+ blocks in a single season, highlighting his exceptional defensive capabilities.
  • The recipient of the Lefty Driesell award will be determined by a 10-member voting committee comprising current and former head coaches, as well as two senior staff members of CollegeInsider.com.
Bottom Line

Isaiah Crawford's exceptional defensive skills have earned him recognition as a finalist for the Lefty Driesell Defensive Player of the Year, reflecting his pivotal role in Louisiana Tech's remarkable defensive performance.