Oral Roberts transfer G Max Abmas commits to Texas over Kansas State, 5-star 2024 forward Carter Bryant commits to Arizona mens basketball. Somebody kicks the ball, they better not score. If his current pace holds, hed become just the eighth player since 1993 to average at least 16 points and 14 rebounds. ". "It's not like you don't like the people, don't like the place. After missing the first two games of the 2022-23 season, Oscar Tshiebwe looked like his old self in 34 minutes against Michigan State going for 22 points and 18 rebounds to extend his double-double streak to 17 games. Hes a really good shooter, Kentucky head coach John Calipari warned about Oscar Tshiebwe after losing to Duke in the season opener. Those ceremonies were in New Orleans. 6 Kentucky's game against the No. And vice versa. That night in Indianapolis, as he cried into the collar of his jersey, a thought bubbled up in Tshiebwe: He wouldve traded all those awards for one ring. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. In fact, at one point in the spring, Tshiebwe recorded two videos one said he was staying, the other announced he was leaving. That should be me. I regretted it all the time, he says now. Schedule Roster News (opens in a new . "They say the real love is when someone's going through a lot. The 6-foot-9, 255-pound. He will play for Kentucky next season. Tshiebwe, a West Virginia transfer and native of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is only the second player in the history of the storied history of the Wildcats program to win the AP's top honor. Roy Williams and Tyler Hansbrough know something about that. Tshiebwe has made a huge jump statistically this season. Tshiebwe believes Calipari assembled a championship-level roster around him. Rebound. Hes already thinking ahead about counter-attacks for teams that are determined to neutralize Kentuckys star. They executed better than us.". In Caliparis five minute shooting drill at practice, Tshiebwe nailed 87 mid-range jump shots, second most to Kyle Wiltjer, who scored 89 back in 2011-12, according to Calipari himself throughout his tenure at Kentucky. I said, Are you sure, son? Gets off the ground quickly and finishes plays above the rim. At West Virginia, Huggins was trying to play in another era by pairing Tshiebwe and Culver. Tshiebwe not only leads the team in each of those categories, hes one of the most dominant glass cleaners in decades. Gambling Problem? That should be me right there. His bench press (20) and broad jump (125 inches) both tied for the fifth-best mark. It was an emotional reminder about how fragile life can be in the sports world an area that is so often used as a gateway and escape from the tear-jerking issues that surround the lives of many. Beloved star forward Oscar Tshiebwe, who swept the major National Player of the Year awards, is returning to school. Its OK. I told him he could go after his freshman and sophomore year, too, Williams says. God has answered prayer," Tshiebwe said with a smile. And its just pure effort. So how does Tshiebwe do it? Jacob Toppin surges to the rim for the impressive putback bucket (0:25). Is more comfortable dribbling than his skill level warrants, often tries to push after getting a steal and can get himself in tough situations or turn the ball back over His scoring comes almost exclusively from right around the rim or free throw line jumpers Lacks versatility and is more of a niche player Can struggle playing drop coverage, giving up lobs to longer, more athletic players , Outlook: Tshiebwe is a classic example of an elite college player whose game doesnt appear to translate to todays NBA If this was the 80s or early 90s, hes a potential lottery pick But in todays game, he is more of a Glen Big Baby Davis type (although a much better rebounder than Davis) in that he is big and strong, but plays beneath the rim and lacks the athleticism to appeal to most teams His motor, outstanding defense, and elite rebounding will give him a chance to latch on with a team, but he appears destined to be a role player at the next level. Kentucky will play Kansas State in the Round of 32. If his man is to the side, Tshiebwe typically holds him off with a forearm that looks like it belongs to a professional arm wrestler. Tshiebwe has a chance to become the only player besides Faried in the KenPom era to lead the nation in both offensive and defensive rebound percentage. 4:16. Oscar Tshiebwe is an NCAA basketball player Credit: Reuters Who is Oscar Tshiebwe? Tipoff for the big-time game featuring two big-time players is set for 2:40 p.m. EST inside Greensboro Coliseum. The points are the same for both it is tough to break into the NBA, and it may be in their best long-term interest to take another year and agree to more NIL deals and also master their craft. Oscar Tshiebwe (born 27 November 1999) is a Congolese college basketball player for the Kentucky Wildcats of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). You can start from today and make a big impact. When I saw Kentucky struggling, I just couldnt wait. The freshmen look like grown men. And Oscar equals extra possessions. 0:17. . Teams. Odds and lines subject to change. Yesterday, 08:15 . This time last year, Oscar Tshiebwe was the talk of men's college hoops. Bryan Steffy/Getty Images. He takes him if Tshiebwe is not ready to make a decision. Oscar gave us all he had and he thought that would be enough. I said, All right, I like those two things. Oscar is a big man, and the big man still has a huge importance to basketball, regardless of what the analytics say or anyone thinks, Hansbrough says. The two kept contact, and Tshiebwe as he always does kept praying. Tshiebwe, speaking in a matter-of-fact tone without a hint of bragging, told reporters opposing teams have to use double- or triple-teams to keep him off the boards. 9 this year. "I know I'm going to have to sprint back every single time," Williams said. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use. In the posture of a man preparing to vomit, he sobbed instead, pulling the collar of his jersey up over his face as if that would hide the devastation. Once his playing days are over, Oscar said he wants to follow a higher calling and become a minister. That is a stark contrast to how he felt in March, when he was doubled over in disbelief and trying to make sense of an ending he never saw coming. 6-9, 260 Power Forward/Center. Its a possession game, right? I know this wasnt how Oscar Tshiebwe wanted his Kentucky career to end. Nobody wouldve blamed him for skipping his senior year to get started on a pro career, especially since there was no NIL money back then. That can be problematic. Tshiebwe was responsible for 37.8% of all of UK's rebounds this season. Like possessions. Has been up and down as a free throw shooter. Case for: great rim-protector, great at staying vertical and not fouling, projectable jumpshot, Creighton was bad on both ends of the . That big man right there? Oscar Tshiebwe I'm choosing to answer the question presented in the most literal sense and going with Tshiebwe because I really do believe he could benefit more than any other early entrant to the . Kentucky Senior . Statistically, Tshiebwe had a slightly above average game with 17 points and 16 rebounds Wednesday night when the Wildcats beat LSU 71-66 in Rupp Arena. He can laugh about that now, but only through gritted teeth. A week after South Carolina upended Kentucky's 28-game home winning streak, Tshiebwe's career scoring night ignited the Wildcats' (12-6, 3-3 SEC) second-half comeback against the upstart Bulldogs . Kamari Lands misses two point jump shot. So now were trying to fine-tune different things with him. ", 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. Oscar's father, Mbuyi Tshiebwe, was head pastor at a New Apostolic church in the commune of Kanya. Collins is a legit shot blocker with a 46.5 inch vertical. Averaged 9.9 points per game while shooting 63.5% FG% at the NBPA Top 100 in 2018. Calipari added a sharp-shooting transfer, Antonio Reeves, the second-leading scorer in the portal and who made 14 of 27 3-pointers and earned MVP honors in the Bahamas. Thats why, in the weeks after last season, Tshiebwe didnt know quite how to feel. Fox spoke about living with Parkinson's disease in the latest episode of "CBS Sunday Morning." He speculated about what may have contributed to his diagnosis. Could Oscar Tshiebwe, Chris Livingston and Antonio Reeves all return to Lexington? Gambling Problem? Its just his will, his effort, and his knack for the ball.. So much pain, he says now, that you dont know what to do. When the final horn sounded and the unthinkable was suddenly real, as the 15th-seeded Saint Peters Peacocks screamed past him to celebrate their epic upset win over Kentucky in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, Tshiebwe staggered a few steps toward the top of the key and then doubled over. (Maria Lysaker / USA Today). Good potential in the pick & roll Good strength and aggression, likes to bang underneath, and embraces contact Finished eighth in scoring over the adidas Gauntlet in 2018 with 21.3 points per game while shooting 60.8% FG%. A trophy for the school, its going to be talked about forever. Can hedge on the perimeter fairly well. I'm ready to play.". Has a quick second and third jump, which allows him to tip the ball to himself Is a capable shooter out to about 17-18 feet Has shown noticeable improvement in his footwork and . Kentucky remains an elite rebounding team without Tshiebwe, which is a testament to the mentality hes created. But the Kentucky star also demonstrated some of the challenges that come with missing a month of practice following his surgery in October. At the Final Four. "Oscar is one of the most unique players in the country," Wildcats senior guard Davion Mintz told reporters. Like Kentucky last season, North Carolina had the best player in the country and a team it thought could win the whole thing in 2008. Try a week on us. Wager on Monday. 4:18. Because that would be for everyone, but it would also cement his own place in the programs history. And it allows us to get in transition a lot quicker. Oscar Tshiebwe. I think I grew a little bit since the beginning of the season.. 36. Tshiebwe is racking up postseason honors by the day. Oscars got a way of commanding a presence in that locker room too, I would expect, and thats going to be great for them. But Tuesday's game also allowed Michigan State to shine four days after it suffered a 64-63 loss to No. Most people, when somebody shoots the ball, theyre watching the ball. It was kind of like, hey, if theyre in, Im in. His vertical (40.5 inches) tied for the third-best mark. Theyre ready to play. He figured nobody that far from Lexington would even know who he was, but people at the airport immediately recognized him and started calling out his name. The Spartans don't have an NBA lottery pick on their roster. Center prospects that could be had in the second round or undrafted. And as soon as youre positioned right there, dont let anybody move you out.. Has nothing to do with schemes. At the conclusion of the season, Tshiebwe was responsible for 37.8% of all of UK's rebounds. Livingston entered Kentucky as a five-star prospect in the Class of 2022 and showed plenty of promise on the defensive end while starting in 26 of 34 games for the Wildcats. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). "So if you're not a physical block-out player, and you skinny block out, you're going to get pushed underneath the rim, and he's going to grab the ball and dunk it.". Hell jump to get it and youre just (stuck). Hes an enigma that Im sure gives teams nightmares, Coleman says. Now, Tshiebwe will have to try and halt those amazing things on the court, as he and Kentucky will square off against Johnson and Kansas State in the Round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament on Sunday afternoon in Greensboro. LOU. Klicken Sie auf Alle ablehnen, wenn Sie nicht mchten, dass wir und unsere Partner Cookies und personenbezogene Daten fr diese zustzlichen Zwecke verwenden. Tshiebwe had a procedure on his knee last month and said on media day he anticipated being ready for the opener. Want the latest on national football and basketball recruiting, including Cats targets? Some of my teammates were not ready. I don't want anyone that can't beat our Oscar Tshiebwe. Kentucky basketball is going to benefit. He's now played four college seasons and has established himself as one of the most. The one difference between Tshiebwe and most centers Calipari has had is that he doesnt block as many shots, but Kentucky is still solid in that area 42nd in block rate and great shot-blocking teams usually are susceptible to allowing offensive rebounds. John Calipari said Tuesday was the first time the team had played together due to injuries. If he had more of a jumpshot (something hes begun to develop over the last year or so) he could enhance his attractiveness as an NBA big, but thats probably a pretty big ask for him at this stage of his development. Kentucky also signed two more McDonalds All-Americans, Cason Wallace and Chris Livingston, who are among the more physically impressive UK freshmen in recent memory. Lost your password? By Jeff Borzello. 34 - Oscar Tshiebwe. Tshiebwe transferred from West Virginia to Kentucky during his sophomore season and has thrived ever since. Lets do this.. In what is considered a weak safety class, a player like Conner could be pushed up the draft board because of his workout. The 6-foot-9, 260-pound forward from the Congo led the nation in rebounding at 15.1 per game while averaging 17.4 points. "Sometimes you choose a place and you get there and it's not working," Tshiebwe said in a video conference with reporters last April. Michael J. "He's incredibly explosive as an offensive rebounder," Musselman said. While not a very top-heavy center class, there is decent depth of players with third big potential. It was the strangest sensation, undulating between the spoils of an all-time great individual season and the misery of a monumental team failure. Hansbrough can relate to Tshiebwes total focus on finishing the job, but I would say, Lets take advantage of today. My team, we made the most of every single day. Number nine, thats my purpose.. Thats good for an extra six points per game. The decision came after prayer with his family, he said during an. 21+ (18+ NH/WY). The task for Tshiebwe this summer was to increase his flexibility and improve footwork so that his movements become more graceful than lumbering. Its not just the glass, of course. Everything John Calipari said after Kentucky's win HERE. "I know that's going to be a challenge for sure, but it's a battle I want to go against.". . They measured 9 1/4 inches long and 10 3/4 inches wide at UKs pro day, which would make them among the largest mitts at any NBA Combine over the last several years. Boardroom breaks down his NIL earnings and deals. That confidence isnt just an internal mindsethe feels like the whole program is behind him and willing to help him succeed in every facet of his game. More HERE. Void in ONT. Hed gone from Bob Huggins doghouse at West Virginia to the penthouse (and a Porsche) at Kentucky, where fans adored him and businesses lined up to buy his endorsement. But right now, if I messed up, coach [Calipari] knows Im playing hard, defending [and] grabbing rebounds.. On Fridays Bleav in Wizards podcast, I was joined by Garrett Johnson, a scout for Between the Lines Sports and a Wizards fan. Kentucky was outscored 17-7 after Tshiebwe picked up his fifth foul with 32 seconds remaining in the first overtime. Check it out here. Oscar is one of the most unique players in the country, guard Davion Mintz says. In this episode, we broke down the center class heading into the 2023 NBA Draft. And to answer the most important question: Yes, all of this impacts winning. INDIANAPOLIS -- Kentuckystar Oscar Tshiebwe showcased his impact on Tuesday when he finished with 22 points and 18 rebounds in his first game of the season following offseason knee surgery. It's going to be a team effort to stop him on the glass. K-State drove past Montana State, as Johnson scored 18 points while adding eight boards and three assists. Strength-wise, power-wise, force-wise, leverage-wise, hes the strongest person, easily, on the team. Joey Hauser (23 points) and Co., however, played with the grit that's defined Izzo's tenure at Michigan State and secured a win over a Kentucky team with Final Four potential. He had five turnovers. 2 seed in the East Region. Duke Recruiting: Isaiah Evans Will Be A Blue Devil! Eligibility restrictions apply. Mbuyi was poisoned in July 2012. Oscar Tshiebwe is a Congolese collegiate basketball player for the Southeastern Conference's Kentucky Wildcats (SEC), Previously, Oscar was a member of the West Virginia Mountaineers. Tshiebwe scored 25 points and grabbed 21 rebounds in Kentucky's Blue-White Game tonight. I like when people are coming for me. He is a Democratic Republic of the Congo native and has five siblings, according to his player bio.. As reported by 247Sports, the star basketball player received AP's Second Team All-American honors on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Something is different about Kentucky Center Oscar Tshiebwe. My reason to transfer in the middle of the season was I didnt want to sit out a year (under the old rules). Seconds. Going into No. I tried to go to the water, spend time in the sand. Missed 2PT Shot. It's just you don't feel like you've got to keep going over there.". 34 last season to No. He looks like a NBA teams third center right now if he were to declare for the draft. Thats what I want, for everybody to be remembered.. Oscar made a dream debut against Duke University where he singlehandedly kept the hopes of their team alive by scoring 17 points and 19 rebounds which resulted . See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. UK. The returning guys are doing very good, too. He said he returned to help Kentucky win a national championship and broaden his game ahead of next year's NBA draft. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Teammates first rejoiced, then cracked a joke: Lets go beat Saint Peters. Brooks said he just has to believe that it can go in. Oscar Tshiebwe reveals hidden jumper against Mount St. Mary's 247Sports 247Sports Home FB Rec FB Recruiting Home News Feed Team Rankings Commitments Decommitments Scheduled Commits Player. Theres not one player in the country that impacts a team more than he does. 1 team in the history of the AP preseason poll and did not disappoint. Its hard to imagine Tshiebwe could match his historic numbers this season, but he might not have to. Oscar plays for his family; a father, mentor a. Turns out, growing up playing soccer in the Congo nurtured some natural instincts that help Tshiebwe today. As a Wildcat, Tshiebwe was averaging 17.4 points and 15.1 rebounds per game while also blocking 1.6 shots a night during the 2021-22 season. Oscar Tshiebwe dominates season debut, but Kentucky upset in 2OT loss By MYRON MEDCALF November 16, 2022, 3:19 AM INDIANAPOLIS -- Kentucky star Oscar Tshiebwe showcased his impact on Tuesday when he finished with 22 points and 18 rebounds in his first game of the season following offseason knee surgery. Two teammates consoled him, lifted him and stood on either side to steady him as they shuffled slowly out of the arena. Born Nov. 27 in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo Parents are Mbuyi and Kaya Rosalie Tshiebwe Has five siblings with three brothers, Bevi, Denphin and Debaba, and two sisters, Cenina and Maggie Major is communication I saw reports that his jump shot and 3 pt shooting were improving at Kentucky. 3M; 0:24. Finishes well in transition and in the half-court as he doesnt need a gather before taking off Stays alert and has good hands. He wants to be able to catch the ball at the top of the key, pump fake and attack the rim. I knew in the future youre gonna need those jump shots, Tshiebwe told himself. An almost eight-shot-per-game swing is huge, especially considering how much better these Cats are at actually shooting than last years. By Ethan DeWitt. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Youre going to have a lot of things said to you, about you, unsolicited advice, people asking for things, blah, blah, blah. Tshiebwe ranks second nationally in win shares per 40 minutes, sixth in box score plus/minus and comfortably leads Ken Pomeroy's metric-based player of the year standings, ahead of Gonzaga 's. Kentucky will now face South Carolina State on Thursday before traveling to Spokane, Washington, to face No. Tshiebwe sat out the rest of the 2020-21 season after transferring, but he's been worth the wait for Kentucky. Hes shooting 40 percent on catch-and-shoot jumpers, according to Synergy, which makes him at least a threat. He's hoping to be the first freshman draft pickto hit those numbers while making at least 40 3-pointers since James Harden regardless of size. With him off the floor, the Cats score and surrender the exact same amount: 98.7 points per 100 possessions. When you play that way, you earn the right to lead. pic.twitter.com/vJ1dtHa7wB, Kentucky Mens Basketball (@KentuckyMBB) August 7, 2022. Averaged 1.2 steals per game over the adidas Gauntlet in 2018 Great rebounder on both ends and secures nearly everything within reach. The absences of all three regulars opened up a lot of minutes for others, and the results were encouraging. The team extended their national record for most March Madness appearances to 59 and received the No. 2 Gonzaga on Sunday. If not for Tshiebwe, Williams' rebounding average of 9.6 would lead the SEC. Kentucky runs a lot of middle ball screens, so he can either roll all the way to rim or short roll to the top of the key area, where hes capable of shooting the 17-footer. In that image, the veins in his forehead are bulging and his stare is stone-cold. This site has no affiliation with the National Basketball Association | Website by, Independent Top 10 team preview: No. Every time I watched Kentucky play, I regretted it. Tshiebwe was a highly-touted recruit out of high school and signed on to play for Bob Huggins at West Virginia. Case against: slow and limited laterally, he will get hunted by perimeter players, drop coverage-only big, how does he stay on the floor in a playoff series? 04-22-2023, 08:15 PM . But Tshiebwes hands are the real heroes here. Just like his rebounding, Tshiebwe likes to operate from the middle of the floor. Calipari also has a weapon in Grady he can use to manipulate the tag, putting the defense in a bind. He's scored 10 or more points in all but one game this season. If I get that, he says, Ill probably be a legend.. The Tar Heels got all the way to the Final Four. 18 ARKANSAS, Kentucky junior Oscar Tshiebwe (right) is averaging 16.4 points per game and leads with the nation with 15.3 rebounds per game entering the No. The game was really tough and I had to play. When Tshiebwe was told after the game he had more rebounds than an entire opposing team, he said, "That's crazy.". Its just not easy to run offense with two guys who belong posting up on the block. Williams, who has 10 double-doubles this season and is averaging 10.4 points, said that in watching film of Kentucky, what stands out is how fast Tshiebwe runs the floor. Those Cats ranked among college basketballs worst in two-point percentage, defensive rebounding and general toughness. GREENSBORO, N.C. On Dec. 12, 2020, then-Florida forward Keyontae Johnson fell face-first on the court at the Tucker Center in Tallahassee, Fla. in a game against Florida State. Hansbrough missed four games early in the season with shin and ankle injuries that scared me to death, Williams says. In 2008, future draft picks Ty Lawson, Wayne Ellington and Danny Green decided to come back for another season at UNC, and five-star recruits Ed Davis and Tyler Zeller were coming in. Collins is a legit shot blocker with a 46.5 inch vertical. Kentucky played Michigan last season and WON. Stats: 15.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 2.1 blocks, .6 steals, 31.6% 3PT, 69.5% FG, 79.5% FT, Case for: great rim-protector, great at staying vertical and not fouling, projectable jumpshot, Creighton was bad on both ends of the floor when he was out/limited and great with him, Case against: limited to just a drop coverage big as hes not switchable, Stats: 16 points, 7.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 3 blocks, 13.3% 3PT, 50% FG, 72.9% FT, Case for: good offensive hub in college, underrated passer, much better lateral mobility than he gets credit for, jumpshot looks solid in terms of form despite not making many threes, Case against: pretty old, didnt shoot it as well as I would have expected, Stats: 19.8 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2 assists, .7 blocks, 1.1 steals, 31.2% 3PT, 57% FG, 76.4% FT, Case for: runs the floor hard on offense, good scoring around the rim, maybe has some shooting potential, extremely productive college player, Case against: undersized center, doesnt project as much of a floor-spacer. This year they rank second and are No. "He's got an elite, elite skill.". He previously played for the West Virginia Mountaineers. Finished second on the adidas Gauntlet with 2.4 blocks per game in 2018. And on the opposite end of it, hes going and getting us second and third opportunities. "He was on the court last year with my Senior Night that I didn't play in. Put him on the floor with three or four 3pt shooters, and let him be a sort of free safety of rebounding, giving his shooters second opportunities, and I think you've got a winning Jacob Toppin makes two point jump shot (Oscar Tshiebwe assists) 22. Are you coming back? AP photo. That kid had never experienced March Madness and he was so excited to be there, and then it was just over.. More HERE. The latter nagged at him, rendered the former a little hollow. Tshiebwe, who is a national player of the year candidate this season, was not included in ESPN's mock draft last month. Theyve dominated practice every day. 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