By PAUL GOTHAM HOUSTON, TX. -- While his teammates "Shoot 'em up, or sleep in the streets," Daniel Ochefu is content to control the paint. The Villanova Wildcats average almost 25 3-point attempts a game. Ochefu, Villanova's starting forward, averages fewer than seven shots. Don't let that fool you. The big man will play a vital role in Villanova's offense when the … [Read more...] about Ochefu gives Villanova its anchor
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Villanova followed Sooners example
By PAUL GOTHAM HOUSTON, TX. -- Maybe it's a case of "if you can't beat 'em, join 'em." Villanova coach Jay Wright saw what his team needed to become, and it came in the shape and size of the Wildcats' opponent. "As soon as that game started, we could see that these guys are dialed in defensively, connected defensively, they share the ball offensively, and they have … [Read more...] about Villanova followed Sooners example
Oklahoma is more than the “Buddy Show”
By PAUL GOTHAM HOUSTON, TX. -- University of Oklahoma Sooners coach Lon Kruger knows his team shoots the three as well as any in the country. Kruger realizes, too, his defense is playing its best at the right time. More importantly, the fifth-year coach understands his team's success has to do with 105. When Oklahoma takes the court against Villanova Saturday in the Final … [Read more...] about Oklahoma is more than the “Buddy Show”
Oklahoma’s Hield wins Oscar Robertson Trophy
HOUSTON (USBWA) – The U.S. Basketball Writers Association has selected Oklahoma senior guard Buddy Hield as the winner of the 2015-16 Oscar Robertson Trophy, annually presented to the National Player of the Year. The announcement was made at a news conference today at NRG Stadium, where the Sooners (29-7) take on Villanova in the NCAA Men's Final Four on … [Read more...] about Oklahoma’s Hield wins Oscar Robertson Trophy
Justin Robinson named finalist for both Lute Olson and Lou Henson awards
Courtesy of MonmouthHawks.com HOUSTON, TX – Monmouth junior guard Justin Robinson (Lake Katrine, NY/Kingston) has been named as a finalist for two postseason awards as he was listed for the Lute Olson National Player of the Year and the Lou Henson Mid-Major National Player of the Year. The point guard was one of just four players nationally to be named a finalist for both … [Read more...] about Justin Robinson named finalist for both Lute Olson and Lou Henson awards