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Trevor Stephens
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Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 8:41:31 PM

https://twitter.com/GabeWiznitzer/status/1515117852180815877

https://gocards.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/gabe-wi...

Freshman Year:

Saw action in 12 of the Cardinals’ 20 games as a freshman.

Totaled season highs of four points and six rebounds against Georgia Tech on Feb. 1 while playing a season-high 16 minutes.

Played 12 minutes at Wisconsin, scoring four points.

Scored his first collegiate point against Prairie View A&M. He grabbed a pair of rebounds twice.

Had intended to redshirt the 2020-21 season, but the opportunity to play without losing a season of eligibility allowed him to play immediately.

High School:

Averaged 14.2 points and 10.1 rebounds a game, while shooting 42 percent from three-point range, last season as a junior on the postgraduate team for Hargrave Military Academy in Chatham, Va.. Hargrave achieved a 37-4 record and reached the semifinals of the national prep championship.

Was originally slated for this year’s recruiting class, but reclassified to enter college in 2020-21. He has been Ranked No. 115 in the nation by Rivals.com and No. 132 by 247Sports.com.

His 16 rebounds led the 2019 National Prep Showcase on the first day of the event, adding 15 points and two blocked shots in an 89-72 Hargrave victory.

Before transferring to Hargrave, Wiznitzer averaged 13.2 points, 10.4 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game while connecting on 34.6 percent of his three-point attempts as a sophomore at The Christ School in Arden, N.C., where he played three seasons.

Christ School posted a 16-14 record and finished as the runner-up in the state 2019 NCISAA 4A Championship in his final year there.

Fourth product of Hargrave to play for the Cardinals, joining Montrezl Harrell (2012-15 at Louisville), Terry Rozier (2013-15) and Anton Gill (2013-15).

Before choosing to sign with the Cardinals, Wiznitzer also had offers from Ohio State, LSU, Kansas State, Cincinnati, Clemson, Georgia Tech, Iowa, Pittsburgh and West Virginia among others.

Personal:

Born Oct. 9. 2001 ... Son of Lisa Wiznitzer ... has one older (Nick) and one younger (Ben) brother ... Major is pre-business.

Personal goal at UofL is to “become a better player and person.”

Best moment of his athletic career to date was committing to UofL.

Enjoys playing video games and hanging out at the lake in his spare time.

Chose to attend UofL because of “the balance between athletics and academics.”

Wearing No. 23 because it was his high school number.

Best basketball advice given to him was hard work is greater than talent.

Most proud of his brothers and mom.

His mother has had the greatest influence on his athletic career.

Few people know that can water ski, he played the trombone, and he loves country music.

If you walked into his dorm room, the first thing you would notice is his posters on the wall.

Best thing about being a Cardinal is “having the ability to compete in the ACC and the fan support.”

When playing basketball as a kid, he pretended he was Carmelo Anthony.

Best athlete he ever faced was Zion WIlliamson.

Would most like to meet Riley Green.

What impresses him the most about Coach Mack is “his ability to develop players and his success in the past.”

Favorites:
Basketball Player: Kevin Love

NBA Team: Denver Nuggets

Athlete, other than a basketball player: Derek Jeter

Movie: The Avengers

TV Shows: Prison Break, Shooter

Actor: Robert Downey, Jr.

Website: ESPN.com

Comedian: Adam Sandler

Musical Group/Singer: Riley Green, Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs

TV Sports Personality: Mark Jackson

Book: Sahara

Class at UofL: speech/public speaking

Foods: Italian foods, pizza

Midnight Snack: popcorn

Vacation spot: Charleston, S.C.

Last Edited: 4/15/2022 8:43:04 PM by Trevor Stephens

RufusCat09
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 8:48:55 PM

A 6'11" big man that can shoot 3's? yes please

Trevor Stephens
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 8:53:42 PM

RufusCat09 wrote:

A 6'11" big man that can shoot 3's? yes please

Has 0 3 pt attempts and has only played 99 mins over two years 41 % from field and 15 points total in his college career.

Last Edited: 4/15/2022 8:54:12 PM by Trevor Stephens

RufusCat09
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 8:55:54 PM

Trevor Stephens wrote:

RufusCat09 wrote:

A 6'11" big man that can shoot 3's? yes please

Has 0 3 pt attempts and has only played 99 mins over two years 41 % from field and 15 points total in his college career.

Sure, but it appears something within the skillset based on his HS numbers (42% from 3 as you stated). Pretty sure he will be playing a significant number of minutes this season so we shall see.

Last Edited: 4/15/2022 8:57:47 PM by RufusCat09

bobcatsquared
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 8:59:50 PM

Admittedly a bit ignorant about this new Bobcat. Therefore, wondering two things: 1. why a 4-star gets so little PT at Louisville? Injuries? Coach's decision? and 2. will his skill set allow Boals to play him alongside DWIII?

FearLeon
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 9:02:30 PM

How many years of eligibility will Gabe have in an Ohio uniform?

I know he didn't play much at Louisville, but obviously he had a significant skillset coming out of HS where he was a 4-star recruit.

Liking this a lot and he's starting center moving forward after DW3 leaves. We will have size on the floor with those guys getting some minutes on the floor at the same time next season.

Count me in as hopeful with this one. We can't swing and miss with the portal.

#BleedGreen #TrentIsGOAT

shabamon
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 9:05:24 PM

He should have three years. That would put him in the same eligibility class as Ezuma and Clayton. Will the three coexist or will there be an odd man out?

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 9:22:18 PM

shabamon wrote:

He should have three years. That would put him in the same eligibility class as Ezuma and Clayton. Will the three coexist or will there be an odd man out?

I think he will slot into the center position once Dwight leaves after this year. I can see him rotating in now and then next year

Last Edited: 4/15/2022 9:22:42 PM by Cellis033

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longtiimelurker
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 9:47:25 PM

Says he is another Hargrave guy? There should be plenty of film to watch on him. Just went over to YouTube and saw that he played with K.D. Johnson and Mark Sears. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evHNALRYBUg

Looks like Boals' frontcourt is getting some depth. Just looking around the UL forum it says he broke his wrist in the early season last year.

https://louisville.forums.rivals.com/threads/gabe-wiznitz... /

greencat
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 10:51:27 PM

247 lists other offers as DePaul, Clemson, Iowa, Kansas St., TCU, etc.

He does take and hit a jump shot near the end of this video but his true worth will be that he is 7-feet tall and can rebound and play defense. As far as any comparisons to Marc Gasol or Jonas Valanciunas etc. - not so much.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKJTbQbUJL0

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/15/2022 10:51:28 PM

Cellis033 wrote:

shabamon wrote:

He should have three years. That would put him in the same eligibility class as Ezuma and Clayton. Will the three coexist or will there be an odd man out?

I think he will slot into the center position once Dwight leaves after this year. I can see him rotating in now and then next year

I'm taking it year by year. Nothing is guaranteed with the transfer portal environment that we are living in.

One good year by "insert name here" and they are looking for bigger and better things. It's the sad world we live in.

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 12:16:06 AM

I see this as the fifth recruit joining our impressive freshman class. Finally, a player in the post with length, 6-11, who obviously had big-time skills coming out of high school based upon the long list of Power 5 schools who recruited him. Can he help us this year? How can we yet know? If not, if he sits the bench and plays sparingly--behind Dwight and Ezuma, assuming they stick around--I'm thinking coach Boals is projecting Gabe will be ready to rock and roll for the following two seasons after that.

We've had such a difficult time recruiting quality post players with length who are ready to play right away. Like forever!!! We've had some success developing a few who came along and were ready to really contribute by their junior seasons. If Gabe comes along, he may turn into a pretty good player, I hope...

Last Edited: 4/16/2022 12:18:41 AM by FlashGary

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 1:55:24 AM

One thing I like about him is that he has a really strong frame.

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 8:29:25 AM

bobcatsquared wrote:

How about Chris Mack is a moron?

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 8:47:49 AM

Bobcat1998 wrote:

bobcatsquared wrote:

How about Chris Mack is a moron?

It’s also the ACC. Arguably the best conference in CBB. 4-stars are competing with other 4 and 5-stars. Not everyone transitions to that high level.

longtiimelurker
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 9:22:09 AM

FJC31 wrote:

Bobcat1998 wrote:

bobcatsquared wrote:

How about Chris Mack is a moron?

It’s also the ACC. Arguably the best conference in CBB. 4-stars are competing with other 4 and 5-stars. Not everyone transitions to that high level.

Searching UL forums shows the injuries, timing with the coaching changes and style changes had something to do with things. Watching him in several YouTubes shows he is capable. I do not think the project tag applies here as he is running the floor, getting passes and finishing from 3 different guards in the games watched. He will work into the starting lineup no matter who is available. I could be wrong, but I do not see him as a back up or someone who will need to wait his turn. Been a long time since we saw a really servicable Big Manz as Monroe used to say. One of the forum posts was lauding him for his unique understanding of the high ball screen and execution of pick and roll situations.

FearLeon
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 10:31:24 AM

No way this guy is a "project". Dude is a 4-star coming out of school and things didn't go his way at Louisville for whatever reasons that have already been mentioned.

He's not coming to Ohio to sit year one.

He is going to play from day one and make a significant impact.

#BleedGreen #TrentIsGOAT

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 10:41:13 AM

Video showed him with a decent left hand.

Bring in Kareem for a Master Class and perfect that sky hook!

Is this some Tommy Freeman assistance in bringing him to OHIO?

He played trombone; perhaps he can be in the 110 till the season starts!

Last Edited: 4/16/2022 10:46:29 AM by MonroeClassmate

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 11:57:44 AM

Obviously Boals sees something in him, so I'm hoping his lack of PT is just a matter of better players on the L'ville roster (a la Simmons at Mich). Or maybe he just didn't fit in with the coach's system. And if we wind up with an odd man out, so be it. It's better than being thin at the position. With DW3 out all of last season and Carter having leg issues we were really hurting for big men most of the year. I'd take a surplus any day.

We will get by.
We will get by.
We will get by.
We will survive.

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 1:16:39 PM

Outstanding news. Can't believe some folks are getting caught up in his stats/lack of time at Louisville. Much better roster competition and playing against MUCH better opponents. But then there were folks at this time last year (and well into the season - "disappointment") complaining about Carter signing on. Question for folks - if he were coming straight out of Hargrave how would you feel?

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 1:51:08 PM

Pataskala wrote:

Andy Kanzig 2.0?

Doc Bobcat
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 4:54:17 PM

A shot blocker….yes please.

Andrew Ruck
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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 5:21:03 PM

greencat wrote:

247 lists other offers as DePaul, Clemson, Iowa, Kansas St., TCU, etc.

Are these other offers when he committed to Louisville? Or were these programs offering him thru the portal to join in 2022?

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 10:04:17 PM

cc-cat wrote:

Well said.

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RE: Gabe Wiznitzer

Posted: 4/16/2022 10:39:18 PM

Andrew Ruck wrote:

greencat wrote:

247 lists other offers as DePaul, Clemson, Iowa, Kansas St., TCU, etc.

Are these other offers when he committed to Louisville? Or were these programs offering him thru the portal to join in 2022?

When he committed to Louisville. In the portal, Creighton, Davidson and some Ivy League schools were involved among others.

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