Just over a week after the season came a conclusion, Bearcats senior power forward Ody Oguama revealed his decision to use his extra year of eligibility and return to Cincinnati next season!
After moving into the starting lineup midway through the regular season, Oguama became an integral part of the frontcourt due to his defensive versatility, energy and rebounding ability.
Oguama averaged 5.5 points and 5.4 rebounds on 57.6 percent shooting from the field last season, highlighted by a career-high 18-point outing in a win over South Florida in February.
The former Wake Forest forward showed significant improvement during his second year with the Bearcats and should have a chance to contribute alongside center Viktor Lakhin next season.
#Bearcats frontcourt duo Viktor Lakhin and Ody Oguama were dominant against Hofstra, combining for 30 points and 19 rebounds on 76.5 percent shooting from the field!https://t.co/KFBlsUk5xm pic.twitter.com/CUozjmNjbT
— Cincy on the Prowl (@CincyOnTheProwl) March 19, 2023
Cincinnati Basketball: Bearcats senior forward Ody Oguama announces decision to return
Bearcats star forward Landers Nolley II declared for the 2023 NBA Draft earlier this week but could return to school next season after deciding to maintain his remaining college eligibility.
During his only campaign at Cincinnati, Nolley scored a team-high 16.8 points per game on 41.7 percent shooting from 3-point range en route to receiving All-AAC First Team recognition.
Landers Nolley II was named to the All-AAC Tournament Team after helping the #Bearcats blow past Temple and averaging a team-best 18.0 points per game last week!https://t.co/oEonUEuM08 pic.twitter.com/UaBmZ2IGNy
— Cincy on the Prowl (@CincyOnTheProwl) March 14, 2023
Cincinnati Basketball: Bearcats star forward Landers Nolley II declares for 2023 NBA Draft
Nolley will participate in the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament in April followed by the NBA Draft Combine in May before making a final decision on if he will return to college next year.
Wes Miller’s team is expected to bring back several key players including Lakhin and Oguama but Nolley returning would be a monumental boost for the Bearcats heading into the Big 12.