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Former AP Player of the Year signs two-way deal with Utah Jazz

Former Kentucky forward Oscar Tshiebwe inks two-way contract with Utah Jazz, who also signed second round pick Kyle Filipowski.

In a flurry of moves to shore up the bottom half of the roster, the Utah Jazz inked former Kentucky forward and AP Player of the Year Oscar Tshiebwe to a two-way contract on Monday.

Utah also signed 2024 second round pick and former Duke forward Kyle Filipowski, as well as former UCLA guard Johnny Juzang, to guaranteed contracts.

Tshiebwe was one of the greatest college basketball stars of the decade, spending two seasons at West Virginia before transferring to join John Calipari at Kentucky for the 2021-22 and 2022-23 seasons.

Tshiebwe averaged 17.4 points and 15.1 rebounds as a junior, earning Player of the Year honors, and was a consensus All-American two years in a row before going undrafted and latching on with the Indiana Pacers last year.

The 6’9 forward was outstanding in the G League, and now gets a chance to prove himself and potentially earn a standard NBA contract in Utah – although Filipowski’s guaranteed deal certainly hurts Tshiebwe’s chances.

Filipowski was also a consensus All American in college, and his fall into the second round in June was a surprising one. He showed his range and versatility during Summer League, and now will get a chance to carve out a role with the Jazz on a standard deal.

Former Wildcat Oscar Tshiebwe signs with the Utah Jazz

Former Kentucky basketball star Oscar Tshiebwe signs a two-way contract with the Utah Jazz.

Oscar Tshiebwe is one of the most beloved Kentucky basketball players of all-time. The rebounding machine went undrafted in 2023, but signed with the Indiana Pacers.

After a solid first season as a professional in which he was named the G-League Rookie of the Year, the Pacers declined to re-sign Tshiebwe. On Monday, the Utah Jazz scooped the young forward up, signing him to a two-way contract.

Related: Every Kentucky basketball player named SEC Player of the Year

At Kentucky, Tshiebwe averaged 17 points and 14 rebounds per game. He was an All-American and the SEC and National Player of the Year in 2022.

He played in eight games with the Pacers in his rookie campaign, and averaged three points and two rebounds in about five minutes per game. His G-League numbers were very good. Tshiebwe led the league in rebounding and had 27 double-doubles.

Utah will be the new home for Tshiebwe as he attempts to play his way into a full-time NBA job. Big Blue Nation is certain to support one of their favorites no matter where he goes.

Pacers’ Oscar Tshiebwe headlines 2023-24 G League All-Rookie Team

Tshiebwe was named the G League Rookie of the Year after averaging 15.9 points, 15.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists with the Indiana Mad Ants.

Indiana Pacers center Oscar Tshiebwe and Los Angeles Clippers guard Jordan Miller were among the players named to the 2023-24 G League All-Rookie Team, which was released on Thursday.

Tshiebwe was named the G League Rookie of the Year on April 2 after averaging 15.9 points, 15.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists on 57.3% shooting from the field in 34 games with the Indiana Mad Ants. He led the G League in rebounding and was second in double-doubles (28).

He was also named to the All-G League first team.

Miller was runner-up for G League Rookie of the Year, averaging 20.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, two assists and 1.2 steals with the Ontario Clippers. He ranked fourth in total points (814) among first-year players and 24th in total rebounds (245).

Tshiebwe and Miller are joined by Chicago Bulls center Adama Sanogo, Philadelphia 76ers guard Terquavion Smith and Santa Cruz Warriors guard Kendric Davis, the only player not signed to a two-way contract. Sanogo was also named to the All-G League third team.

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Pacers center Oscar Tshiebwe named G League Rookie of the Year

Pacers rookie Oscar Tshiebwe led the G League in rebounding and finished second in double-doubles (28).

Indiana Pacers rookie Oscar Tshiebwe on Tuesday was named the G League Rookie of the Year for his play with the Indiana Mad Ants, the league announced.

Tshiebwe, who is signed to a two-way contract, averaged 15.9 points, 15.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists on 57.3% shooting from the field in 34 games with the Mad Ants, who were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs on Tuesday.

The undrafted center from Kentucky led the G League in rebounding and finished second in double-doubles (28). He registered six games with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds and was one of seven players to reach that mark in a game.

Tshiebwe set the franchise single-game rebounding record with 28 on Nov. 22 in a win over the Motor City Cruise. He also set the single-season record for rebounds by recording 26 points and 26 rebounds in a win over the Long Island Nets on March 21.

The 24-year-old became the second Mad Ants player to win the award, joining Tony Mitchell (2012-13). He edged Los Angeles Clippers guard Jordan Miller and Philadelphia 76ers guard Ricky Council IV in the voting by head coaches and general managers.

Tshiebwe established himself as a dominant player in the paint in college, and continued to show that ability and more this year with the Mad Ants after winning G League Rookie of the Year.

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Former Wildcat Oscar Tshiebwe named G League Rookie of the Year

Oscar Tshiebwe was named the G League Rookie of the Year on Tuesday

The Kentucky Wildcats have a lot of former players getting recognition for their play at the NBA level. On Tuesday, Oscar Tshiebwe received a huge honor for his play in the G League.

Playing for the Indiana Mad Ants, Tshiebwe had a fantastic season. He averaged 16 points and 16 rebounds per game and shot nearly 58% from the field.

One of the most popular players in recent Wildcats history, Tshiebwe dominated in two seasons in Lexington. His best season came in the 2021 – 22 season, when he posted 17.4 points and 15.1 rebounds per game. He was named the National Player of the Year after the season.

The Mad Ants are the affiliate of the NBA’s Indiana Pacers, and Tshiebwe would love to join them on a full time basis soon. Only time will tell if that will happen next season, but he has managed to prove he can play at the next level of basketball. Kentucky fans will continue to root for his success, wherever he plays.

Pacers rookie Oscar Tshiebwe set a franchise record in the G League

Pacers rookie Oscar Tshiebwe has put up some monster numbers in the G League and added another record to his collection this week.

Indiana Pacers rookie Oscar Tshiebwe has put up some monster numbers in the G League this season, and the undrafted center out of Kentucky added another record to his collection.

Tshiebwe recorded 26 points, 26 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one blocked shot on Thursday to lead the Indiana Mad Ants to a win over the Long Island Nets. He went 12-of-20 from the field in 30 minutes as the Mad Ants clinched a playoff berth with the win.

The 24-year-old set the franchise single-season record for rebounds with the performance (470). He registered his fourth game with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds and is one of five players in the G League to reach that mark this season.

Tshiebwe, who is signed to a two-way contract, is averaging 15.8 points, 15.7 rebounds and 1.8 assists on 58.1% shooting from the field in 30 games with the Mad Ants. He ranks second in the G League in total rebounds, offensive rebounds and double-doubles (25).

He has established himself as one of the top players in the G League this season. He has hauled in at least 20 rebounds five times and also set the Mad Ants’ single-game record with 28 on Nov. 22 in a win over the Motor City Cruise.

Tshiebwe established himself as a dominant player in the paint in college, and he has continued to show that ability and more this year with the Mad Ants.

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NBA Rising Stars 2024: Bennedict Mathurin unanimously named MVP to lead Team Jalen to title

Pacers sophomore Bennedict Mathurin was unanimously named MVP of the 2024 NBA Rising Stars game to lead Team Jalen to the championship.

Indiana Pacers sophomore Bennedict Mathurin on Friday was unanimously named MVP of the 2024 NBA Rising Stars game to lead Team Jalen to the championship in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Mathurin produced 18 points in the opening game as Team Jalen defeated Team Tamika. He had four points, two assists and one steal in a 26-13 win in the final over Team Detlef, which consisted of seven of the top players in the G League.

While Mathurin did the bulk of the scoring in the semifinal round, Dereck Lively II had six points and Jordan Hawkins and Jalen Williams each chipped in five points in the final. Williams drained the game-winning 3-pointer to end it for Team Jalen.

The event featured four seven-player teams competing in a three-game tournament for the third straight year. The two semifinal games were played to a target score of 40, and the championship game was played to a target score of 25.

The pool of players for the game consisted of 11 rookies, 10 second-year players and seven players from the G League. The players from the NBA were selected by assistant coaches and the players from the G League were selected by the league office.

The four teams were coached by Hall of Famer Pau Gasol, Indiana Fever legend Tamika Catchings and former Pacers standouts Jalen Rose and Detlef Schrempf, who led the G League team.

Here is how the teams performed in the event.

NBA Rising Stars 2024: Full rosters revealed in draft announcement

The NBA on Tuesday unveiled the four seven-player teams for the 2024 NBA Rising Stars game.

The NBA on Tuesday unveiled the four seven-player teams for the 2024 NBA Rising Stars game on Feb. 16 as part of All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The event will feature four seven-player teams competing in a three-game tournament for the third straight year. The two semifinal games will be played to a target score of 40. The championship game will be played to a target score of 25.

The pool of players for the game consists of 11 rookies, 10 second-year players and seven players from the G League. The 21 players in the NBA will be drafted onto three teams. The seven players in the G League will comprise the fourth team.

The players from the NBA were selected by assistant coaches. The players from the G League were selected by the league office. Each team submitted a rookie ballot and a sophomore ballot featuring four frontcourt players, four guards and two additional players of any position.

Hall of Famer Pau Gasol will return as one of the four honorary head coaches for the event. Joining Gasol are Indiana Fever legend Tamika Catchings and former Indiana Pacers standouts Jalen Rose and Detlef Schrempf, who will lead the G League team.

Here are the rosters drafted by Gasol, Catchings and Rose.

NBA Rising Stars 2024: Player pool revealed for annual showcase at All-Star Weekend

The NBA on Tuesday unveiled the list of 28 players set to participate in the annual Rising Stars game on Feb. 16 at All-Star Weekend.

The NBA on Tuesday unveiled the list of 28 players set to participate in the annual Rising Stars game on Feb. 16 as part of All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The event will feature four seven-player teams competing in a three-game tournament for the third straight year. The two semifinal games will be played to a target score of 40. The championship game will be played to a target score of 25.

The pool of players for the game consists of 11 rookies, 10 second-year players and seven players from the G League. The 21 players in the NBA will be drafted onto three teams and the seven players in the G League will comprise the fourth team.

The players from the NBA were selected by assistant coaches. The players from the G League were selected by the league office. Each team submitted a rookie ballot and a sophomore ballot featuring four frontcourt players, four guards and two additional players of any position.

Hall of Famer Pau Gasol will return as one of the four honorary head coaches for the event. Joining Gasol are Indiana Fever legend Tamika Catchings and former Indiana Pacers standouts Jalen Rose and Detlef Schrempf, who will lead the G League team.

Assistant coaches from the NBA All-Star Game coaching staffs will join the honorary head coaches in coaching the Rising Stars teams. The NBA All-Star Game coaching staffs for both the Eastern and Western Conferences have yet to be determined.

TNT will televise the competition beginning at 9 p.m. EST.

Pacers’ Oscar Tshiebwe produced another monster game in G League

Pacers rookie Oscar Tshiebwe produced his 11th double-double of the season in the G League to lead the Mad Ants to a win over the Squadron.

Indiana Pacers rookie Oscar Tshiebwe produced his 11th double-double of the season in the G League to lead the Indiana Mad Ants to a win over the Birmingham Squadron.

Tshiebwe recorded 21 points, 15 rebounds and one steal in the 132-127 victory on Sunday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. He went 7-of-12 from the field in nearly 22 minutes of work as the Mad Ants improved to 3-0 in the regular season.

The undrafted center out of Kentucky registered his fourth game of the season with at least 20 points and 15 rebounds, which leads all players in the G League. He is one of five players to reach that stat line multiple times this season.

Tshiebwe, who is signed to a two-way contract, is averaging 16.7 points, 15.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists on 61.4% shooting from the field in 13 games with the Mad Ants. He leads the G League in rebounding average and is second in double-doubles.

The 23-year-old has been on a tear this season with the Mad Ants. He has registered two games with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds and set the franchise record for rebounds in a game (28) in a win over the Motor City Cruise on Nov. 22.

Tshiebwe established himself as a dominant player in the paint in college, and he has shown that ability and more so far with the Mad Ants in the G League.

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