UVA's Rebounding Beast Turned Pro Power Forward
Jayden Gardner dominated as Virginia Cavaliers' forward in the 2022-23 season, averaging 16.1 PTS, 7.5 REB, and 50.3% FG while anchoring the boards with gritty, high-motor play that powered UVA's tough defense. His physicality, rebounding tenacity, and efficient scoring inside made him a double-double threat and ACC standout. Post-college, he's thriving professionally in leagues like Germany's BBL (16 PTS highlights vs. Alba Berlin) and Asia's EASL (29 PTS vs. Alvark Tokyo), proving his NBA-ready versatility and work ethic—ideal for teams needing a battle-tested, rebound-hungry big.
