Kentucky big man Oscar Tshiebwe was named to the Naismith Trophy Player of the Year List earlier this week.
Tshiebwe is averaging 15.9 points and 15.1 rebounds for the Wildcats (20-4, 9-2 SEC).
The Naismith Trophy is given annually to college basketball’s top player.
Here are more details from UK:
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Kentucky junior forward Oscar Tshiebwe was named to the Naismith Trophy Player of the Year Midseason Team on Thursday. The 30 candidates are considered the prime candidates to win the National Player of the Year honor.
Tshiebwe also has been named to the Lute Olson Watch List and the John R.