Blake Hinson wins Riley Wallace Award

Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty ImagesPitt forward Blake Hinson was named the Riley Wallace Award winner today. The award, named after the long-time University of Hawaii coach, is given to the most impactful transfer in division 1 college basketball.

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— Pitt Basketball (@Pitt_MBB) March 30, 2023 “Blake Hinson didn’t play for two years so he viewed every day on the court as a privilege and helped change the fortunes of the Panthers this season,” said Angela Lento, Vice President of CollegeInsider.com. “His ability to stretch the floor, make threes, and play with ‘thankful energy’ helped Pittsburgh…