Boogie Cousins’ one season at UK. Boogie was unstoppable in the paint, points and rebounds. The only thing that ever stopped him was foul trouble. Otherwise it always felt like he was a 20/20 threat on almost any given night. While Oscar’s foul problems haven’t been quite as bad so far, he too feels like he’s capable of going for 20/20 just about every game. I find myself tracking and calculating his stats every game by the second, or even first, TV timeout. Unfortunately he’s usually got a foul by then too. If he can just eliminate that one early foul, it seems like the refs are more enclined to not call them so close after that.
Oscar’s season thus far, reminds me of …
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How can you not love Oscar. This dude is awesome. Awesome energy, awesome attitude.
The last big man who didn't get into foul trouble regularly that I remember was Nick Richards. Seems like it happens nearly every year though.
Junior Nick yeah but early Nick fouled a ton.
I would venture to say 33% of his fouls are not fouls. They try n get him to play more timid . It changes the game and refs can control point spread this way. It doesn't work with the Brahma bull lol
He is an “old school” center who seems to crave rebounds, which requires effort. He plays similar to Mike Phillips, Rick Robey, and he has a nice 15 ft jumper like Mel Turpin did.
Oscar reminds me more of Julius Randall than any other player. Very similar builds and size. Randall is more skilled offensively (though Oscar is improving by leaps and bounds) but Oscar is a better rebounder. Of course I’m comparing both as UK players and not as Randall is currently.
I agree, OP. Regarding early fouls, I'd like to see Oscar playing a little "softer" defensively in the first 7-10 minutes to avoid 2 quick fouls. He's much more valuable as a strong rebounder and he can't do that from the bench. Even if it means having his man score a few early. Then late first half and all second half, release the Kraken!
My thoughts exactly lol. I’m just not sure Oscar has the ability to take his foot off the gas effort-wise.
I wasn’t referring to them physically. Just the foul trouble issue, especially in the first halves of games.
Something we agree on. Not sure I’m say Boogie. More Chuck Hayes to me with that motor. Regardless, an inspiring player.
He will get a phantom charge call every game. He is so strong that a good flopper can fool the refs.
Was in Vegas for the beat down. I wish everyone could've seen Oscar on the bench. Cheering, jumping up and down for his guys. His attitude is infectious in a positive way. Dude loves being a CAT.
My favorite Cat. Love this guy. So humble. So appreciative of the opportunity he has here in America and at UK.
Love Big O.
Loved him dancing at the end of the game- kid's got some moves!
I swear there is a metal strip on the basketball somewhere and that on the palms of his hands there is a small magnet that just draws the ball to him. I mean some of the catches he makes in traffic are just amazing.
Or he has stick'em on his hands. Those things are as big as oven mitts.
Or he has stick'em on his hands. Those things are as big as oven mitts.
That one on him last night when he was backing to the rim was awful awful. Ref was right there too! I think even Bills would’ve said how awful that call was. So much for flopping is a priority this year.
And he catches the ball with his fingers, not the palm of his hands. Like a receiver not letting the ball get into their body on a catch.
Last night he looked like a 35 year old savvy NBA vet. Old school game. Never rushes, incredible footwork and patience. The elbow jumper is becoming a true weapon.
Had small hopes of him returning early on but no way he comes back. So happy for him and can’t wait to see what else he does this season. He’s a special player.
Junior Nich Richard's was so good. I wish he was on this team
Jr Nick averaged 13 and 7, and had 10 double doubles. Oscar is averaging 16 and 14, with 8 double doubles in 10 games. Nick was good. Oscar is a first team all-American.
Nor should he. Other bigs need to step up and help him, by committee if necessary.
He's the type of kid that actually has a small chance of bucking the trend of leaving, but I still don't expect him to because Cal will force him out if he's lottery (which he will be).
Bigger, stronger and a better rebounder than Bennett. Probably just as good a shot, if not better, from 15 feet and in. Bennett had better handles and was a great competitor too, much like Oscar.
I thought it was really odd how the announcers during the UNC game at the start of the 2nd half we’re talking about how great of a game Bacot was having. I thought Oscar chewed him up pretty good.
As far as comparisons go, he reminds me of Stone Cold Steve Austin in 1998. Just a total BAMF. A colossus that has completely bestrode the Earth, and and we petty men walk under his huge legs and peep about to find ourselves dishonorable graves.
As far as comparisons go, he reminds me of Stone Cold Steve Austin in 1998. Just a total BAMF. A colossus that has completely bestrode the Earth, and and we petty men walk under his huge legs and peep about to find ourselves dishonorable graves.
Yeah I just wish that team had a chance in the tournament, it was built well for that. Could have eased some of the pressure people feel right now.
