Douglas-Roberts Named 2007-08 C-USA Male Athlete Of The Year Jul 13, 2008
A finalist for three National Player of the Year awards (Wooden, Naismith, Oscar Robertson), Douglas-Roberts was named to the NCAA Tournament All-Final Four Team and All-South Region Team. He also picked up Conference USA Player of the Year, U.S. Basketball Writers Association (USBWA) District 4 Player of the Year and Tennessee Sports Writers Association (TSWA) Player of the Year honors. (Gotigersgo.com)
Jason Kidd Named to USA Olympic Team Jun 24, 2008
2) behind Magic Johnson, John Stockton, Oscar Robertson and Isiah Thomas. This selection marks Kidd's second appearance on the U.S. Olympic team after serving as a tri-captain at the Sydney Games in 2000, leading Team USA to a gold medal. (Calbears.com)
It's clear Bryant isn't Jordan's Air apparent Jun 22, 2008
There's no doubt Kobe is terrific, although I consider Cleveland's LeBron James basketball's most complete player since Oscar Robertson. What surrounds James now is similar to what Robertson had to put up with in Cincinnati. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Ultimate impact player Jun 22, 2008
He holds 11 Blazers records, and when he retired after a 15-season career, the acrobatic, 6-foot-7 shooting guard finished as the third player in NBA history to accumulate at least 20,000 points, 6,000 rebounds and 6,000 assists, joining Oscar Robertson and John Havlicek. But Drexler's impact on the city of Portland and its only major professional sports franchise extends beyond the victories he helped achieve and the team records he established. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Opinion: A.I., Kobe's draft class best since '85 Jun 21, 2008
If there is one, 1960 -- led by Oscar Robertson and Jerry West -- has to be in the running. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Scout.com Triple Crown QB Nominees Jun 12, 2008
In the NBA, there has only been one player to ever average a triple-double for an entire season, and that feat was obtained by Oscar Robertson during the 1961-62 season when he was a member of the Cincinnati Royals. Robertson averaged 30. (CowboyUpdate.com)
10 reasons to be pumped for next season Jun 5, 2008
Should he win a second straight Oscar Robertson Trophy, he'll join just six others who've done the same -- putting his name on a list that includes Oscar Robertson, Jerry Lucas, Lew Alcindor, Pete Maravich, Bill Walton and Ralph Sampson. If Hansbrough makes first-team All-American, he'll be the first player ever to do that four years in a row. (MSNBC -- Sports)
`Hot Pants' Just Part of Lakers-Celtics Rivalry: Scott Soshnick Jun 5, 2008
I played with Oscar Robertson. He was pretty good,'' Abdul-Jabbar said, laughing at the understatement. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
The best ever Jun 3, 2008
In his debut with the Bearcats, he broke Oscar Robertson s freshman scoring record, pouring in 30 points and 12 rebounds against Butler. He was named Great Midwest Conference Newcomer of the Year, averaging 16 points and nine rebounds a game while Cincinnati was bounced in the second round of the NCAA tournament. (Albany Herald)
Top 10 best all-time players May 27, 2008
Then, the more I thought about things I decided that might not be the case, so I made my list, in no particular oder, and only put Kobe Bryant in my top 10. But in a few years, and after another title or two, maybe I could also accept another list, again, in no particular order, with three current players (changing out Jerry West and Hakeem Olajuwon for Tim Duncan and Shaq, but that s a really tough cut). (The Palm Beach Post)
Parker's 34-point debut spurs Sparks past Mercury May 18, 2008
Only one NBA player did it in his debut Oscar Robertson, in 1960. Cappie Pondexter scored 32 points for Phoenix but missed a potential tying three-pointer with four seconds left. (USA Today -- Sports)
LeBron upbeat amid tough series May 10, 2008
"But the poor guy's got so much on his shoulders. He's got to carry the weight of the team, the weight of the offense, and he's got everyone pointing fingers at him and trying to stop him.''The Cavaliers may be without starting forward Ben Wallace for Saturday night's Game 3. He's listed as doubtful because of allergies and a left inner ear infection, which made him dizzy and limited him to just four minutes in Game 2. Anderson Varejao will start if Wallace can't play.Accustomed to breaking or... (MSNBC -- Sports)
James happy to be home again May 10, 2008
"But the poor guy's got so much on his shoulders. He's got to carry the weight of the team, the weight of the offense, and he's got everyone pointing fingers at him and trying to stop him."Accustomed to breaking or sharing records with immortals like Michael Jordan, Oscar Robertson and Wilt Chamberlain, James' field goal percentage is the lowest to start a series by a player with at least 30 attempts since Philadelphia's Joe Fulks (17. 6 percent) in 1948. (News & Observer -- Sports)
LeBron yet to solve Celtics' stingy defense May 10, 2008
Accustomed to breaking or sharing records with immortals like Michael Jordan, Oscar Robertson and Wilt Chamberlain, James' field-goal percentage is the lowest to start a series by a player with at least 30 attempts since Philadelphia's Joe Fulks (17. 6 percent) in 1948. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
NBA: First Team Selections Announced May 9, 2008
He joined Oscar Robertson and Michael Jordan as the only players to average at least 30. 0 points, 7. (Click2Houston, TX)
Seattles Durant takes NBA Rookie of the Year honors May 3, 2008
The World Link: Seattles Durant takes NBA Rookie of the Year honors. Seattles Durant takes NBA Rookie of the Year honors. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Hawks' coach irate May 2, 2008
" Durant, officially announced for the honor Thursday, is the bright spot on a dismal basketball scene in Seattle. The Sonics won only 20 games and are expected to move to Oklahoma City as soon as next season. The 19-year-old is the first Seattle player to win the award, which was widely reported on Wednesday. He joins a legacy that includes Wilt Chamberlain, Oscar Robertson, Larry Bird, and current Cleveland superstar . Durant lived up to expectations after being the national college player of... (ESPN -- Golf News)
Durant 1st Sonic as Rookie of Year May 2, 2008
Then his mother, Wanda Pratt, woke him up with the news that he had just joined mentor LeBron James plus Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, Oscar Robertson and Wilt Chamberlain in a legendary legacy of rookie award winners. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Sonics' Durant named rookie of the year May 2, 2008
Then his mother, Wanda Pratt, woke him up with the news that he had just joined mentor plus , Larry Bird, Oscar Robertson and Wilt Chamberlain in a legendary legacy of rookie award winners. "I was asleep. It was a LONG season," Durant said Thursday with a smile about Seattle's 20-62 disaster, the worst season in team history. (USA Today -- Sports)
MVP of the NBA: Who should get the glory? May 2, 2008
Theyre historic; Oscar Robertson and Michael Jordan are the only other players in history to average 30-7-7. Not only did LeBron win the scoring title, he also averaged more assists per game than any other forward and more than all but seven NBA point guards. (Yale Herald, CT)
More of this story Apr 23, 2008
The NBA top scorers for 1962-63 were Wilt Chamberlain, San Francisco; Elgin Baylor, Los Angeles; Oscar Robertson, Cincinnati; Pettit, St. Louis; Walt Bellamy, Chicago; Bailey Howell, Detroit; Richie Guerin, New York; Twyman, Cincinnati; and Hal Greer, Syracuse ... Oscar Robertson of Cincinnati was tops in free throw shooting. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
CDR declares for NBA draft Apr 19, 2008
Oscar Robertson Trophy, Wooden Award and Naismith Trophy finalist. USBWA District 4 Player of the Year. (WREG.com, TN)
Championship remains the only goal for LeBron Apr 18, 2008
" James, in his fifth NBA season, already is the Cavaliers' all-time leading scorer. It took Brad Daugherty 548 games to score 10,389 points. James needed 380 games to break his record. He averaged 30.0 points per game this season, 7.9 rebounds and 7.2 assists. He was the third player in league history to do so, joining Oscar Robertson and Michael Jordan. Yet, many wonder if James can carry Cleveland as far in the playoffs as he did last season. "Anytime you have a guy named LeBron James, you're... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mavs make sure they'll meet Hornets, not Lakers Apr 17, 2008
He already was No. 3 on the career list, behind Oscar Robertson and Magic Johnson, but now he has joined them in triple-figure, triple-doubles. Terry said the guys were hoping Kidd would get it during the previous two games, which turned out be a pair of losses to lottery-bound teams. (MSNBC -- Sports)
LeBron sits out finale,wins scoring title Apr 17, 2008
James, Jordan and Oscar Robertson are the only players to average 30-7-7 in a season. All those stats will be meaningless beginning this weekend, when the Cavaliers attempt a second run at the Eastern Conference championship. (MSNBC -- Sports)
The best Bucks of all time Apr 17, 2008
High Fives: Kareem hooked into being top Buck - USATODAY.com. Buy and sell tickets to premium and sold out events. (USA Today -- Sports)
NBA'S final four stars Apr 17, 2008
If a player's stature is measured in historical context, then consider this: James is on the verge of becoming just the third player to average 30 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists, joining Oscar Robertson and Michael Jordan. Not to mention the Cavs just don't win when he doesn't play. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Jason Kidd Gets Triple Double As Mavs Win Apr 17, 2008
He already was No. 3 on the career list, behind Oscar Robertson and Magic Johnson, but now he has joined them in triple-figure, triple-doubles. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Top 10 Dumbest Sports Trends Apr 17, 2008
I wonder whether Bob Pettit, Bill Russell, Oscar Robertson, Elgin Baylor, and Wilt Chamberlain knew that they were in an MVP race in 1961. Somehow, I think that the three guys who covered the NBA back then may have been concentrating on reporting on the actual games, or race-baiting, or both. (Slate)
LeBron making strong case in tight MVP race Apr 14, 2008
If a players stature is measured in historical context, then consider these nuggets: James is on the verge of becoming the third player to average 30 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists, joining Oscar Robertson and Michael Jordan. Only five players James, Robertson, Jordan, John Havlicek and Larry Bird have averaged at least 27 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists, and James will be doing it for the second time. (MSNBC -- Sports)
AJC all-NBA teams Apr 13, 2008
Statistically speaking, few players can match King James, who joins rare company (Oscar Robertson and Michael Jordan) averaging better than 30 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. The Cavaliers' pedestrian record this season doesn't do justice to the season James has had individually. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Final EA SPORTS National POY Tracker Apr 11, 2008
Football Recruit Search. Basketball Recruit Search. (San Diego State Sports -- Rivals.com)
UC Mens Basketball Closes Year with Awards Banquet Apr 10, 2008
Sophomore guard Deonta Vaughn earned four of the team awards, including the Oscar Robertson Award and the Excellence Award ... One of the highlights of the evening, Vaughn was presented the Oscar Robertson Award for his dedication and commitment as well as on-court accomplishments in front of awards namesake. (WKRC.com, OH)
NCAA All-Tournament Team, Tournament Leaders Apr 9, 2008
1960 - Jerry Lucas, Ohio State; Oscar Robertson, Cincinnati; Mel Nowell, Ohio State; Darrall Imhoff, California; Tom Sanders, New York University. 1959 - Jerry West, West Virginia; Oscar Robertson, Cincinnati; Darrall Imhoff, California; Don Goldstein, Louisville; Denny Fitzpatrick, California. (Gotigersgo.com)
Scorer's Table Apr 8, 2008
Granted, those numbers don't immediately strike you, not when compared to the 1961-62 accomplishments of Philadelphia Warriors center Wilt Chamberlain and Cincinnati Royals guard Oscar Robertson ... "The Cavaliers' record eliminates him right off the bat. But LeBron is having an Oscar Robertson-type season." ... Only three players in NBA history have averaged at least 30 points, seven rebounds and seven assists per game in a season with a minimum of 70 games played: Michael Jordan (once), Oscar... (USA Today -- Sports)
Vitale part of 2008 Naismith Hall of Fame class Apr 8, 2008
"People like the John Woodens and the Dean Smiths and the Bob Knights and the Mike Krzyzewskis. All these people like Oscar Robertson and Jerry West I think about the fact that a guy like myself, a sixth grade teacher out of New Jersey, chasing a dream. Never a great player, didn't have a big name as a coach. But because of ESPN and George Bodenheimer and all you beautiful people that I work with, have given me an opportunity to do something that I love.". Vitale admitted that until about a... (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Jazz and Razz Apr 6, 2008
Hornets point guard CHRIS PAUL became the third-fastest player in NBA history to reach 2,000 assists, behind Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Kevin Johnson. He hit the mark Wednesday, his 214th game, in which his 10 assists put him at 2001. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Third & Short for April 5 Apr 5, 2008
SAN ANTONIO -- North Carolina junior forward Tyler Hansbrough was selected The Associated Press' college basketball player of the year, an honor that came less than an hour after he was presented the Oscar Robertson Trophy by the U.S. Basketball Writers Association as their player of the year. Hansbrough led the Atlantic Coast Conference in scoring (22. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Hansbrough Named USBWA NPOY Apr 5, 2008
SAN ANTONIO Tyler Hansbroughs first Final Four appearance got off to a solid start on Friday morning as the junior All-American was honored as the U.S. Basketball Writers Association's national college basketball player of the year and presented with the Oscar Robertson Trophy ... This is the 50th anniversary of the USBWA player of the year award that was first given to Oscar Robertson in 1959, and that would eventually take The Big Os name in 1998. (InsideCarolina.com)
Photo Gallery: USBWA Award Ceremony Apr 5, 2008
SAN ANTONIO --- Tyler Hansbrough received the Oscar Robertson Trophy as the U.S. Basketball Writers Association's national college basketball player of the year on Friday morning. Inside Carolina photographer Jim Hawkins was there. (InsideCarolina.com)
Effort to place Wilt on U.S. stamp gaining steam Apr 2, 2008
Hunt, who recalled as a child watching in person Chamberlain play for the 76ers against Oscar Robertson and the Cincinnati Royals, believes "The Big Dipper" has the credentials to join Jackie Robinson, Babe Ruth, Joe Louis and Jesse Owens among the sports legends with their own stamps. "People should remember the great ones," Hunt wrote for a Feb. 15 story. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Memphis Basketball/NCAA Tournament South Region Final Notes Mar 30, 2008
Both players are finalists for the 2007-08 Wooden Award and Oscar Robertson Trophy. Douglas-Roberts and Augustin also are consensus All-America first team picks in 2007-08. (Gotigersgo.com)
Beasley named Rivals.com Player of the Year Mar 26, 2008
He also is already one of 10 finalists for the Oscar Robertson Player of the Year award and one of 25 for the John R. Wooden Award. In addition to his National Player of the Year awards, Beasley has been named National Freshman of the Year by four organizations, including CBS Sports. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Curry hot at right time for Davidson (03/26/2008) Mar 26, 2008
The list includes Wilt Chamberlain and Oscar Robertson. Curry is averaging 25. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Razorbacks could only stand, watch Mar 25, 2008
It was the second worst NCAA Tournament loss in Razorback history behind the Oscar Robertson (50 points) led Cincinnati Bearcats putting 97-62 whipping on the 1958 Southwest Conference champion Hogs in the West Regional consolation game. North Carolina, 34-2, advances to the Sweet Sixteen and again doesn't have to leave its home state meeting Washington State Thursday night in Charlotte. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)
It\'s Boilers vs. Bears in NCAA Round 1 Mar 20, 2008
After all he's one of 24 finalists for the John Wooden Award and one of 10 finalists for the Oscar Robertson National Player-of-the-Year Award. Hummel is averaging 15. (Purdue Sports -- Rivals.com)
"Glory years" Mar 20, 2008
"They lost their top three scorers plus the coach and have two walk-ons starting. Adam Emmenecker is a truly amazing story. A walk-on at Drake who scored only four points a game in high school and was the MVP of the Valley." Teeter saw one game this season when his former teammate McCarter was honored with a great selection, making the Valley's all-time team along with greats like Oscar Robertson, Wes Unseld, Larry Bird and Chet Walker. "I think Drake got a tough draw in the tournament with... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Bradley to host Cincinnati in inaugural CBI tourney Mar 19, 2008
Previously, the two played arguably the greatest college basketball game in Robertson history when Chet Walker and Bradley beat Oscar Robertson and the top-ranked Bearcats 91-90 in 1960. Bradley is 17-15 this season and won nine of its last 13 games despite being eliminated in the first round of the Missouri Valley Conference tournament. (Pekin Times, IL)
FUN FACTOR: The most entertaining players in the NBA Mar 19, 2008
The only players you can compare him to are Oscar Robertson and Magic Johnson, but he is so much bigger than Robertson, a more explosive scorer than Johnson and far more athletic than both of them. He leads the league in scoring, yet he could very well be the best passer in the game. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Indiana basketball gets resurgence with strong college season Mar 19, 2008
The list of memorable names include former stars like Oscar Robertson, Larry Bird, Rick Mount, George McGinnis, Kent Benson, Glenn Robinson, Steve Alford and Damon Bailey. More recently the names of Oden, Conley, Gardner, Sean May and Josh McRoberts joined that list. (Munster Times, IN)
Love Named USBWA First Team All-America Mar 18, 2008
Kevin Love is an Oscar Robertson Trophy finalist ... By virtue of being on the first team, he is also a finalist for the Oscar Robertson Trophy ... He is among the five first-team selections, who are also the five finalists for the 2007-08 Oscar Robertson Trophy, awarded by the USBWA to the national player of the year. (Uclabruins.com)
Who's in your five? Mar 17, 2008
Oscar Robertson, Cincinnati: 1 of 2 Triple Doubles in Final history. (Magic Johnson had the other). (USA Today -- Sports)
Magical hoops documentary Mar 15, 2008
Even if it were just about basketball, Black Magic would be worth watching for some of the old footage Klores uncovered Earl Monroe (also a co-producer) spinning his way through a defense; Dick Barnett and his fall back, baby jumper going against Oscar Robertson for the Indiana state high school championship; Cleo Hill throwing in hook shots from all over the court for Clarence Big House Gaines and Winston-Salem State, the same school that produced Monroe; and the so-called Secret Game of 1944... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Hansbrough's Jersey to be Retired Mar 15, 2008
In men's basketball, a student-athlete must win one of the following six player of the year awards: the Oscar Robertson Trophy (selected by the United States Basketball Writers Association of America), the National Association of Basketball Coaches; the Associated Press; The Sporting News; the Naismith Award (presented by the Atlanta Tipoff Club); and the John R. Wooden Award (presented by the Los Angeles Athletic Club). "I am ecstatic for Tyler and his family as well as his teammates who share... (InsideCarolina.com)
Richard DeitschINSIDE TENNIS Mar 15, 2008
It was billed as a battle of eras, the kind of sports debate (Michael Jordan vs. Oscar Robertson, Peyton Manning vs. John Unitas) normally contested in barrooms instead of arenas. In the end, the younger man won but just barely -- a 6-3, 6-7 (7-4), 7-6 (8-6) victory for the 26-year-old Federer. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
James tops Bryant as NBA's best Mar 8, 2008
I believe James is the best pure player since Oscar Robertson, and there's no doubt in my mind James has the greatest body ever to appear on an NBA court. James, coming off a 50-point, 10-assist, 8-rebound, 4-steal game Wednesday in New York where he was given a standing ovation currently averages 30. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Title on the line Sunday Mar 8, 2008
Augustin was nominated this week by the United States Basketball Writers Association for the Oscar Robertson Trophy. He is one of only 10 players selected, and the award goes to the association's player of the year. (The Daily Texan, TX)
ESPN's Championship Week starts March Madness Mar 8, 2008
Oscar Robertson of Cincinnati (1958-60) and Pete Maravich of LSU (1968-70) are the only players to win the title three straight years. The only freshman to lead the nation in scoring was Jason Conley of VMI in 2001-02 (29. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Notre Dame Finishes Out Regular Season On Saturday Night At USF Mar 8, 2008
In addition, he is a nominee for the Oscar Robertson Award. In addition to Harangody, the others selected for that honor are : D.J. Augustin (Texas), Michael Beasley (Kansas State), Chris Douglas-Roberts (Memphis), Shan Foster (Vanderbilt), Tyler Hansbrough (North Carolina), Robbie Hummel (Purdue), Kevin Love (UCLA), A.J. Price (Connecticut) and D.J. White (Indiana). (Und.com)
Hummel, Painter honored Mar 7, 2008
has been named one of 10 finalists for the U.S. Basketball Writers Association's national player-of-the-year award, the Oscar Robertson Trophy, according to a release issued by the University of Texas. Texas' D.J. Augustin is also a finalist, as are Kansas State's Michael Beasley, North Carolina's Tyler Hansbrough, Memphis' Chris Douglas-Roberts, Notre Dame's Luke Harangody, UCLA's Kevin Love, Connecticut's A.J. Price, Vanderbilt's Shan Foster and Indiana's D.J. White. (Purdue Sports -- Rivals.com)
Newell coaching tree has distaff branch Mar 7, 2008
There hasn't been a more respected teacher of basketball than Newell, who coached Cal to the 1959 NCAA title, won the NIT with San Francisco in 1949 when the NIT meant something and the 1960 U.S. Olympic team (Oscar Robertson, Jerry West, you know). Afterward, when Newell, who once served as the San Diego Rockets' GM, got out of coaching, he became known for his camps for big men. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Douglas-Roberts, Calipari Nominees For National Player, Coach of Year Honors Mar 6, 2008
The USBWA Player of the Year is the Oscar Robertson Trophy, while the Coach of the Year is the Henry Iba Award ... The Oscar Robertson Trophy is awarded to the USBWA's Player of the Year ... The legendary Oscar Robertson was the USBWA's first player of the year in 1959. (Gotigersgo.com)
Beasley & Walker honored for play Mar 6, 2008
In addition, Beasley was named as one of 10 finalists for the Oscar Robertson Trophy, which is given to the U.S. Basketball Writers Association Player of the Year ... The legendary Oscar Robertson was the USBWA's first player of the year in 1959 ... The USBWA renamed its player of the year award the Oscar Robertson Trophy in 1998. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Sendek a finalist for award Mar 6, 2008
The USBWA also announced its nominations for the Oscar Robertson Trophy presented to the college player of the year: D.J. Augustin (Texas); Michael Beasley (Kansas State); Chris Douglas- Roberts (Memphis); Shan Foster (Vanderbilt); Tyler Hansbrough (North Carolina); Luke Harangody (Notre Dame); Robbie Hummel (Purdue); Kevin Love (UCLA); A.J. Price (Connecticut); D.J. White (Indiana). Arizona State's Herb Sendek is one of 12 coaches nominated for the Henry Iba Award. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Kevin Love Nominated for Oscar Robertson Trophy Mar 6, 2008
Kevin Love is the only Pac-10 player nominated for the Oscar Robertson Trophy ... ST. LOUIS - The U.S. Basketball Writers Association has announced nominees for the 2007-08 Oscar Robertson Trophy and Henry Iba Award ... The following players have been nominated for the Oscar Robertson Trophy: D.J. Augustin (Texas); Michael Beasley (Kansas State); Chris Douglas- Roberts (Memphis); Shan Foster (Vanderbilt); Tyler Hansbrough (North Carolina); Luke Harangody (Notre Dame); Robbie Hummel (Purdue);... (Uclabruins.com)
