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Marquette's Henry Ellenson Has A Gift For The Outlet Pass

At Marquette, Wojo has big man who - well watch for yourself.

By JD King

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Dec 30, 2015; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Marquette Golden Eagles forward Henry Ellenson (13) during the game against the Seton Hall Pirates at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Seton Hall won 83-63.
Dec 30, 2015; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Marquette Golden Eagles forward Henry Ellenson (13) during the game against the Seton Hall Pirates at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Seton Hall won 83-63.
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As Duke fans know, Steve Wojciechowski is an outstanding recruiter and now that he's got his own program, the former Duke point guard and assistant coach is recruiting well.

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His best talent, without question, is 6-9 Henry Ellenson. We knew he was good but we didn't realize that he was such a brilliant outlet passer.

It's not quite a lost art but it's increasingly rare. Kevin Love is the current master of that domain but the historical geniuses of the outlet pass were Wes Unseld, who was really good at it, and Bill Russell, who could rebound and make the pass in one motion.

No one is likely to top Russell, and Ellenson may not catch up to Love. But the kid has a rocket pass and can put it where it needs to go. It's great to see.

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