Cincinnati Basketball: Wes Miller looks ahead to the annual Big 12 Tournament

Cincinnati Bearcats roll past rival West Virginia Mountaineers at Fifth Third Arena in 2024
Cincinnati Bearcats roll past rival West Virginia Mountaineers at Fifth Third Arena in 2024 / John E. Moore III/GettyImages
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Cincinnati Bearcats coach Wes Miller discussed a matchup with the West Virginia Mountaineers in the annual Big 12 Tournament this week!

During a recent press conference on Saturday, Miller looked ahead to the Big 12 Tournament against West Virginia per Bearcats Athletics.

"We have a ton of respect for West Virginia and understand how good we're going to have to be on a neutral floor in the conference tournament."

Players to watch are Cincinnati forwards Simas Lukosius and John Newman III alongside center Aziz Bandaogo and point guard Jizzle James.

Cincinnati Basketball: Wes Miller looks ahead to the annual Big 12 Tournament

Following a blowout victory against Big 12 foe West Virginia, Newman explained how it felt to be honored during the Senior Day celebration!

“It was great with just so much love everywhere. I wanted to leave a legacy here and I could feel the love so it was just a special moment for me."

Newman put up 14 points, six rebounds and four assists to help the Bearcats run away from West Virginia 92-56 during the regular season finale.

With a chance to go on a run in the upcoming Big 12 Tournament, Cincinnati will reunite with West Virginia in the opening round on Tuesday!

Cincinnati Bearcats play in 2024 Big 12 Tournament

Date: March 12 at 3:00 PM

Location: T-Mobile Center

Series: Bearcats lead 10-8

TV: ESPN+ and FuboTV

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