It was no small feat then that Tshiebwe played the last 11 minutes against Duke without picking up another foul. When I stop fighting is when the time is up. Sagaba Konate also attended West Virginia University and played basketball for the Mountaineers. Something like that has never happened in my life, said a happy Tshiebwe, who played on two state championship teams while at Kennedy Catholic High School in Pennsylvania. Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpline.ma.org (MA), Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). He has a heart for the lord, he has a heart for people and hes not ashamed to show it, to share it.. He'll always have a spot in the record books, and the memories will be mostly fond, but what will BBN's lasting memory be of Tshiebwe if things go awry? 0:17. All their faces or eyes were just big and lit up and they just stared at him.. I had to talk to them about faith and believing in God pic.twitter.com/TS8weLVyzW. It was amazing to see my teammates celebrate and pour water on me like that. He stands tall at six-foot-nine inches and has a seven-foot-five wingspan. If you take Tshiebwe out of the paint and try a transformation, you're taking so much of what he's great at away. Tshiebwe began playing basketball in May of 2014. Here are three things to know about the 6-foot-9, 255-pound junior from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. After West Virginias Nov. 18 win over Elon, coach Bob Huggins issued a challenge to his own players to earn their minutes or go ahead and transfer. He then took a not-so-veiled shot at Tshiebwe. Tshiebwe has put together two stunning seasons. While that bravado underestimates the flaws elsewhere on the roster, there is little doubt the lack of a physical post presence was one of last seasons teams biggest issues. Limited Ads. (AP Photo/James Crisp), Kentuckys Immanuel Quickley thanks Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in entering draft. But hes got a motor, takes a lot of pride in rebounding. He signed autographs and took pictures after his sermon. Spencer said Oscar didnt go into details about his fathers passing with the group but did share how hes still guided by his fathers lessons and the Lord. Oscar Tshiebwe was born on 27 November 1999 in Lubumbashi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The team extended their national record for most March Madness appearances to 59 and received the No. The numbers are truly staggering. Tshiebwe connected with the church members instantly. Wildcats' game times, TV info, streaming, final scores, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He is the big man in Lexington who operates the well-oiled rebounding machine which rarely breaks down. I am always fighting until the time is up. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). Tshiebwe connected with the church members instantly. So what better way to pass the time leading up to the show than with John Calipari inside the Kentucky basketball facilities? Ba-Bum. LEXINGTON, Ky. When Oscar Tshiebwe announced that he was transferring to Kentucky from West Virginia, the hype was certainly less than palpable. Tshiebwe settled for Second-Team All-American honors, instead. In 2021, 1,687 Division I mens basketball players entered the portal. A few of Spencers students have reached full proficiency, meaning they can speak English well, but others are still struggling. More rebounds, as he . Thats why hes the best in the country at it. It was good to finish with 30 points, but I have an ability down in the post to finish. Holy mackerel, Krzyzewski said when looking at Tshiebwes stat line in his postgame news conference. Overcoming a language barrier and a late introduction to the game, Oscar Tshiebwe has become a quick study thanks to an unrelenting work ethic Based on the latest news, it does not appear an Oscar Tshiebwe return to UK is likely at this time. Tshiebwe was asked if he ever thought he would score 30 points in a game. Kentucky was my favorite school, my dream school, since freshman year in high school, Tshiebwe told the media in April. No, I never had a dream about scoring 30 points in a game, he said. In February, Tshiebwe spent time with a group of students from Africa at Beaumont Middle School in Lexington. Prior to his collegiate success, Tshiebwe was a McDonalds All-American and ranked as a five-star recruit and a top-25 senior who helped lead Kennedy Catholic High School to a 27-3 record. Hes a star college player whose game and skill set dont translate seamlessly to the NBA, and with his status at one of the premier college basketball programs, he probably stands to make more money at Kentucky than trying to carve out a spot in the league. It would take something drastic to change that. I am going to get my points, but I just want to go out and grab every rebound and fight to get the rebound. That's Kentuckyoffensive linemanDavid Wohlabaugh Jr.has entered thetransfer portal, the sophomore announced Sunday afternoon. We dont know much about Oscars previous relationships or engagements, Oscar has no offspring, according to our records. A seamless fit with a brand new group doesn't feel all that likely. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. He shared that with the kids, and the kids were able to connect with it.. Once his playing days are over, Oscar said he wants to follow a higher calling and become a minister. Oscar Tshiebwe (born 27 November 1999) is a Congolese college basketball player for the Kentucky Wildcats of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Tshiebwe was named the National Player of the Year in 2022 after averaging 16.4 points and 15.3 rebounds per game for the Wildcats. For every individual who chooses to follow Christ wherever he may lead, the journey itself can become part of the testimony the world witnesses of the faith that has been discovered. Ba-Bum. The best thing about it is it kind of goes to the other guys, assistant coach Jai Lucas said. Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpline.ma.org (MA), Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Maybe I need to pay attention because my daddy always taught me no matter what happens in your life, dont let that thing affect your relationship with God because God has great plans for your life.. Time for Tshiebwe to go rake in his lottery pick money from the NBA draft, right? Not quite as impressive, though it was hard to top year one as a Wildcat. We cannot just get up and go when the people need something, especially little kids. Big Blue Nation wasn't turned off, but there wasn't clear reason to be overly excited about the Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo native when looking at his career and numbers as a Mountaineer. Wohlabaugh began the 2022 season as Kentuckys left tackle before being benched. Odds and lines subject to change. During his postgame press conference he also gave a fun little insight to his relationship with John Calipari. No. This season, we 2023 On3 Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Could next season's senior night include Oscar Tshiebwe? LEXINGTON Oscar Tshiebwes first interaction with legendary Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski starting with confusion resulting from a language barrier. Bradshaw is one of five freshmen in the 2023 class. Oscar Tshiebwe has quickly become a fan-favorite among the Big Blue Nation. But when you stop fighting, thats where you cannot get what youre looking for. This guy, he understands what were going through. And Tshiebwe wears No. As evidenced by his 20rebounds, Tshiebwe fills that role as well as any big man in the country. On the Adidas Gauntlet, he averaged 21.6 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks per game for ITPS Wildcats Select. Freshman forward Daimion Collins played just two minutes against the Blue Devils when it became quickly clear his wiry frame was not equipped to battle against Dukes stronger post players. Baylor mens basketball, coach Scott Drew set out to defend title with culture of J.O.Y. He is a Democratic Republic of the Congo native and has five siblings, according to his player bio. A new apparel line could mean Kentuckys big man is coming back, or not. On Jan. 25, he totaled 21 points and 22 rebounds against Mississippi State for his first 20-20 game of the season. Tshiebwe honed his skills by sprinting up and down hills and up a mountain near his house. I didnt even know anything about Oscar, but they did the introductions and said that hes from the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is absolutely fair to say that the transfer portal has changed college basketball. Oscar talked so much about whenever he first moved to America, how he didnt know any English, he didnt like the food, he didnt like the culture. I hope he keeps me forever so I can teach him.. What if it already has? Hes consistent. Oscar says he's taught Cal two French words in all these months. He's one of four 5-stars. Oscar made a dream debut against Duke University where he singlehandedly kept the hopes of their team alive by scoring 17 points and 19 rebounds which resulted in a 79-71 loss. During his first Zoom with the Kentucky Basketball media, Big O settled it once and for all (Shee-bway) and shared some [] It was just the sweetest, sweetest moment.. Tshiebwe is a senior forward on the University of Kentucky's NCAA basketball team. For me, its all about victory. Email Jon Hale atjahale@courier-journal.com; Follow him on Twitter at@JonHale_CJ. Tionna Herron is lucky she did. Kentucky big man Oscar Tshiebwe, last season's consensus men's basketball National Player of the Year, has bounced back quicker than expected from a recent knee procedure but will not participate . Well, there's already Daimion Collins, Lance Ware and Ugonna Onyenso on the bench. He just has always done that. Western Kentucky coach Rick Stansbury is impressed with Tshiebwes rebounding prowess. Gambling Problem? Hes got a lot better offensively. Meanings for Oscar Tshiebwe He needed just 28 games to break the record for most rebounds in a single season in the John Calipari era. Duke and Kentucky scored the same number of points in Tshiebwes 29 minutes on the floor while the Blue Devils outscored the Wildcats by eight in the 11 minutes he did not play. That was a good thing.. In came the program's first unanimous National Player of the Year, as Tshiebwe took the college basketball world by storm during the 2021-22 season. I love spending time with little kids. If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. I never stop fighting. Through 11 games he is averaging 15.4 RPG + his 30.3 REB% is . Rim protection is something that BBN is craving, and there's no reason to believe that he'll re-find a knack for blocking or grow a couple inches over the offseason. But he just told them, You know, just give it time. It's not to doubt that he wouldn't still be able to put up absurd rebounding numbers, but there would be a difference. OSCAR Tshiebwe is a rising star in the NCAA and is a member of the Southeastern Conference. Spencer and her husband bought the students Kentucky hoodies for the occasion. SS PODCAST: Liberty basketball coach Brad Soucie on pain, grief, pushing forward. You can adjust all of your cookie settings by navigating the tabs on the left hand side. SS PODCAST: Loyola Marymounts Stan Johnson coaches for greater purpose Going back to rim protection, you'll get plenty with both youngsters. If oddsmakers had to create a betting line on the future of Tshiebwe's basketball career, the money would be on him turning pro. He cashed in big time in the Bahamas back in August 2022, and eventually had his face spread across billboards, representing Morgan and Morgan, as well as Donatos. And Tshiebwe, who is from Democratic Republic of the Congo in central Africa, quickly is becoming a huge fan favorite with his magnetic and approachable personality. LEXINGTON - John Calipari relied heavily on the transfer portal to build his 2021-22 Kentucky basketball roster. Thats the one thing hes shown. He is the son of a pastor, but when he was 12, his father was poisoned and later died. He participated in a basketball camp led by Bismack Biyombo, a Congolese NBA star who helped him enhance his career. Tshiebwe arrived in the United States in November 2015, just before the start of his freshman year of high school, and enrolled at Mountain Mission School in Grundy, Virginia. No Kentucky player had recorded 20 rebounds in a game since Jared Pricket in 1994 until Tshiebwe opened his UK career with 17 points and 20 rebounds in a season-opening loss to Duke. Tshiebwe had previously played two seasons at West Virginia, where he was an . At 6-foot-9, 255 pounds, Tshiebwe is undersized to play center in the NBA though. Virtually every fellow player in the NCAA already has that opportunity. It's all hypothetical, but the tone of voice that would surround opinions of Tshiebwe playing a third year at UK likely wouldn't be as enlightening and upbeat as they were a season ago. And Tshiebwe wears No. Finally, we have an answer to the question thats been on the minds of Kentucky fans since January (or even before, if you follow recruiting closely): how do you pronounce Oscar Tshiebwes last name? The decision comes on the heels of the Wildcats adding USC offensive tackle transfer Courtland Ford last weekend, a move that Ba-Bum. You won't find a safer human to market behind, either. Tshiebwe added he works really hard to become a dependable rebounder. When he came to America in 2015 with the help of Congo native and NBA player Bismack Biyombo, Oscar didnt speak any English and had to rely on the help of a French-speaking taxi driver at the New York airport to get to his final destination of Charlotte, North Carolina. After two years at Mountain Mission School in Virginia, he transferred to Kennedy Catholic High School in Pennsylvania before joining the Mountaineers. In a Zoom interview last April, Tshiebwe explained his reason for transferring by . Can you pronounce this word better or pronounce in different accent or variation ? Well see how this plays out. As reported by 247Sports, the star basketball player received AP's Second Team All-American honors on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. When I came here, I told everybody and the coach: I dont care about points. But that one has at least. https://t.co/8xgvowJkPe pic.twitter.com/foq92NLnzl. Tshiebwe immediately established himself as an indispensable member of the Wildcats, who have won six straight games since losing to Duke in their season-opener. Hes actually a UK basketball player and she just squeals and she got so excited. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. By now, Oscars dilemma is well-known. Currently, Oscar is not dating. Theyve done a good job developing him. After the Prayer Breakfast, UK said that Tshiebwe did not want to speak to the media. Thats what I am there for.. I told. Calipari is high on Onyenso becoming a big a second-year success. Coach John Calipari, Tshiebwe and Kellan Grady talk after the win. I believe Oscar is going to extend this process out longer to try to gather as much information possible about his professional prospects, but if he plans to return, it would be in the best interest of the program to know sooner rather than later so they can begin to build the roster. "So if they sacrifice to follow us wherever we go, we have to do something for them too. "He is the real deal, Tara Spencer, Beaumonts English Learning program coach, said. In addition, Oscar last month established a Rupp Arena record with 28 rebounds during Kentuckys 95-60 victory over Western Kentucky. Tshiebwe led Kennedy Catholic to a 243 record and the PIAA Class 6A championship in his senior season, averaging 23.4 points, 18 rebounds, and five blocks per game. Then, he opted to come back for a second season. I thought this when I saw him as a high school guy, said the WKU coach. Tshiebwe is a senior forward on the University of Kentucky's NCAA basketball team.. With more players facing conflicted stay-or-go decisions than any year in the past, the look of next season's squad has ebbed on a weekly basis from the moment the Kentucky star center Oscar Tshiebwe is knee-deep in the NBA Draft process, setting up visits and working out with teams as he decides whether to turn pro or return to college for one final season. I dont think I qualify as a machine yet. First, he averaged 17.4 points and 15.1 rebounds-per-game, then 16.5 points and 13.7 boards in year two. Kentucky center Oscar Tshiebwe. 16, 2022. Oscar, who speaks six languages, spoke Swahili with the students who haven't reached full proficiency in English yet. Groans of having enough of Tshiebwe trickled around social media and the basketball sphere as the season careened through ups and downs. 3M; 2:58. Kentucky's 2023-24 basketball roster construction has been fluid, to say the least. Vince Marrow gets engaged and reveals UK set to add 2 high-profile transfers, Former NCAA Head of Officials was not a fan of the refs for UK - Florida, DJ Wagner and Justin Edwards honored at Iverson Classic, DeAndre Square to Rams as UDFA; Jacquez Jones gets camp invite with Falcons. "When you trust in God, God is not . What if he comes back and doesn't mesh with a likely new-look team, causing a headache for everyone involved? From a non-pessimistic perspective, another year under Tshiebwe's belt would only help both on and off the court. Wohlabaugh began the 2022 season as Kentuckys left tackle before being benched. He is the son of a pastor, but when he was 12, his father was poisoned and later died. 22 Kentucky (28-18-1; 8-13 SEC) faced off against the Mississippi State Bulldogs for their final game of the series on Sunday afternoon. "We're going to worship our God, forever and ever," Tshiebwe said during his sermon at Broadway Baptist. Oscar Tshiebwe, though he is a college student on a student visa should have that opportunity. With his fun, humble personality, and extreme work ethic, it isn't hard to see why. 2 seed in the East Region. Oscar told the students that he wants to play in the NBA one day, specifically for the Los Angeles Lakers. While grabbing a game-high 12 rebounds and scoring nine points against the Vols, he even had a career-tying three steals. You can find out more about which cookies we are using in ourPrivacy Policy. When I get 20 rebounds, I give more positions. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Im not the tallest guy, but I have a big heart, he admitted. It wasnt just the boys that connected with Oscar. He was selected Big 12 Newcomer of the Week as a result. They are friends, after all. UK's Oscar Tshiebwe (34) shoots a jumper during practice ahead of their NCAA Tournament match up against Saint Peter's at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, In. Leading the way for the Wildcats this season is their 6-foot9-inch center, Tshiebwe, who won . Tshiebwe also famously goes by the nickname Big O. While Duke won in large part due to its size advantage, most of that damage was done with Tshiebwe was out of the game. Void in ONT. At 6-1, the Wildcats host Southern University on Tuesday before facing four straight high-major opponents, starting with a trip to Notre Dame on Dec. 11. Eligibility restrictions apply. Breaking news. Thats what I do: Fight. It is crazy, Tshiebwe said of the record. Oscar Tshiebwe was waiting for one phone call in particular when he entered the transfer portal in the middle of last season, his second at West Virginia. The 6-foot-9, 225-pound junior forward totaled 17 points and 20rebounds in his Kentucky debut Tuesday, a 79-71 loss to Krzyzewkis Duke in the 2021-22 season opener. The return of Tshiebwe isn't expected, but it's not out of the question. Legendary rapper Lil Wayne is in Lexington for a concert Sunday night at Rupp Arena. Thanks to a stat correction announced Thursday, Tshiebwe became Kentucky's first player to record 20 rebounds in a game since Jared Prickett in 1994. So, were fine.. The merchandise may be nothing, but in the offseason with nothing else in the Kentucky Basketball world to focus our attention on, this is likely something folks will pay attention to. "I know I always work harder, and I'm always trying to get better. He became the first Wildcat player with a 30-10 performance since December 2008 when sophomore star Patrick Patterson had 33 points and 11 rebounds against Tennessee State. "I hope he keeps me forever so I can teach him.". Records were broken, hearts were stolen. We played him last year when he was at West Virginia. SS PODCAST: Loyola Marymounts Stan Johnson coaches for greater purpose, Cole Swider seeking to grow as basketball player, man of God at Syracuse, SS PODCAST: Liberty basketball coach Brad Soucie on pain, grief, pushing forward, Kings Harrison Barnes, a devout Christian, locked in playoff battle vs. former team, Al Horford believes his purpose in life is to please God as Celtics eye return to NBA Finals, Aliyah Boston goes No. I cannot say anything about Bob Huggins. Right now, probably call me a beast. Sophomore forward Lance Ware totaled two points and two rebounds in nine minutes against Duke. In an NBA offense, Tshiebwe would almost certainly need to operate some on . If he were to tell head coach John Calipari he was ready to run it back again, it's hard to imagine there being any sort of pushback. With the surgery Will Levis is a Tennessee Titan, but not in the way that the Big Blue Nation had hoped it would play out. Oscar, who speaks six languages, spoke Swahili with the students who havent reached full proficiency in English yet. Krysten Peek thinks they could work together. He was patient with them, Spencer said. Email Jon Hale atjahale@courier-journal.com; Follow him on Twitter at@JonHale_CJ. Tshiebwe transferred to Kentucky in January and practiced with the team for the rest of the 2020-21 campaign. The Kentucky Lady Bat 'Cats were hoping to avoid a sweep on Sunday in Starkville. Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA (select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. As you know, the Oscar that Im referring to is Oscar Tshiebwe, a junior who came to UK last year from Coach Bob Huggins West Virginia program. That's Kentuckyoffensive linemanDavid Wohlabaugh Jr.has entered thetransfer portal, the sophomore announced Sunday afternoon. Hes not even close to the player offensively he was, so give their staff a lot of credit. I love being out there with guys like that because thats how I like to play.. "I'm Oscar." After facing off against him in person now that Tshiebwe has a better grasp of the English language, Krzyzewski might want to ask again. Oscar Tshiebwe is the best rebounder in college basketball. Tshiebwe was asked several questions about why he chose . Here's some good and bad, say the former National Player of the Year opted to run things back for a third season in Lexington. ', Since then Ive been praying, Lord, please just let Oscar, make a way for him to be able to come talk to these kids to make a difference in their lives.. The nickname is arguably a reference to his height and wingspan. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again. Before I go any further, Tshiebwe is one of the best players of the Calipari era and will likely have his jersey hung in the rafters of Rupp Arena one day. He coached me and he did everything for me, tried to help me, but I have no comment I can say about that.. Tshiebwe grabbed 952 rebounds in 2 UK seasons which ranks 6th in program history. As you can tell, the Big Blue Nation loves Tshiebwe and he has been spending some time with the fans, signing autographs or posing for pictures, after UK games recently. Tshiebwe was a member of the McDonalds All-American Game and the Nike Hoop Summit teams. (I'll get into what a return would mean for them shortly.). Born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tshiebwe is also strong in his faith. He was not quick and rushed. I had great time with Beaumont Middle School. Rebounding is about half ability, and that other half is about will, the will, that motor. Breaking news. Tshiebwe predicted this summer he might have helped turn a 9-16 team into a Final Four squad if he could have played. Before Oscar played basketball, he was a goalie for the academy team of TP Mazembe, one of the top professional soccer teams in Africa. If you dont go for it, theyre not going to bring it to you. The Wildcat star said he is thankful for that special moment with his team. It's an ever-changing league that pays a high price for shooting, something Tshiebwe doesn't lack, but doesn't excel at, either. Tshiebwe had a monster effort in the 85-71 victory with 37 points and 24 rebounds. Its the offseason, or in Kentucky especially, the stay or go season. Not to mention, what about Collins and Ware? On Dec. 22, Tshiebwe broke Shaquille O'Neal'sRupp Arena record with 28 rebounds in a win over Western Kentucky. Im Oscar.. Oscar used to play soccer, but because he was tall, he was urged to switch to basketball. As stated by TheAthletic: "Tshiebwe was the first player in program history to win all six NCAA-recognized player awards (Sporting News, Associated Press, United States Basketball Association, National Association of Basketball Coaches, Naismith Trophy and Wooden Award).". Looking at transfer news with UK connections - Herald Leader. Kentucky trailed by five at the time of Tshiebwes third foul, but Duke quickly grew that lead to 11 before John Calipari returned the West Virginia transfer to the court. I said, Hey, were going to have this guest speaker come and hes from the Congo. The man walks to the beat of God's drum. If you look higher up those same draft boards, you'll find Bradshaw's name, too. UK basketball schedule 2021-22: Wildcats' game times, TV info, streaming, final scores, "Those fans, we got to do whatever we got to do for them, because without them, we cant do anything," Tshiebwe later said. Camera crews from UK and LEX18 were there, along with the Fayette County Schools Superintendent, but Spencer said it was just Oscar and the kids once he walked in. You and I both saw how reliant UK was on the midrange jumper this year. During his first Zoom with the Kentucky Basketball media, Big O settled it once and for all (Shee-bway) and shared some of the worst attempts hes heard. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) Kentucky Center for Public Service Journalism. What if another season of other teams prepping for him leads to even worse pick-and-roll defense? So what better way to pass the time leading up to the show than with John Calipari inside the Kentucky basketball facilities? 3M; 0:24. Ba-Bum. No. They are friends, after all. Kentucky has a number of potential NBA draft prospects on this season's roster, although it's unclear which ones will turn pro and which . Those fans, weve got to do whatever weve got to do for them because without them we cant do anything, he explained in a virtual postgame press conference after the Vandy contest last week. Cole Swider seeking to grow as basketball player, man of God at Syracuse So are 2024 NBA draft boards. It might seem that it is helping us to win again. If there's a will, there's a way. Tshiebwe was 12 years old at the time and that only inspired him to become closer to God. Depth is great and all, but it would feel more like clutter next season. Two of the nations best are in Lexington. He did that in high school. We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website. Going into this weeks action, Oscar is the nations top rebounder with 14.88 caroms and is fourth-leading scorer in the SEC with 16.53 points. He transferred to Kennedy Catholic High School in Hermitage, Pennsylvania, for his junior year. He doesnt have any girlfriends. I love spending time with little kids. I said, Maybe I need to give my heart to God,' Tshiebwe recently told the Christian Broadcasting Network. Two different groups track his rebound totals each game in Rupp Arena, and Tshiebwe has made a habit of interacting with fans on social media. The Academy has removed the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar category, which Netflix-produced Roma won last year despite losing out to Green Book for Best Picture amidst Spielberg's ire. I want to meet him. And so that was sweet, that a girl knew that.. Tshiebwe's blue-collar approach to rebounding quickly endeared him to Kentucky fans. By the way, the communication major can speak six different languages. Here are three overarching pros and cons for both Tshiebwe and Kentucky if he were to return for one more run as a Wildcat: Let's get the obvious one out of the way. His 17-point, 20-rebound debut against Duke in the Champions Classic last month provided a glimpse of what the rest of Kentuckys opponents would be dealing with. "Some of us we're not willing to fight, some of my teammates, we just got to be able to fight. Hard to argue with what hes done in Sacramento. Of course, these things can change in an instant, but it definitely looks like, for now .