The big-bodied, high-feel Gonzaga center who punishes mismatches
In the 2016-17 season, Karnowski was a steady, efficient anchor for Gonzaga, averaging 12.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and shooting 58.6% from the field; in his career, he posted 9.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks per game[1][8]. What makes him pop isn’t just size—it’s touch, passing feel, and interior positioning, plus a knack for staying composed after a serious back-injury setback that briefly threatened his career[5][9][13]. He’s a fit for teams that want a true low-post center who can pass, finish, and control the paint without needing touches to be manufactured.
