In his first eight seasons, Haywood never averaged double figures in rebounds per 36 minutes, only averaged double figures in points once and was the linchpin of a below average Washington Wizard defense. His impact was never felt during the Arenas, Butler and Jamison days and while some of that had to due with the system he was in (a more up-tempo perimeter oriented attack) and the players he was surrounded by (Jamison wasn't exactly a defensive stalwart at the power forward), Haywood's production wasn't fitting in with his physical stature. Even worse, Haywood developed some reputations about his effort and attitude. Let's just say "engaged" and "Brendan Haywood" weren't used together often. Read More: http://www.mavsmoneyball.com/2011/9/13/2422154/the-value-of-brendan-haywood
