WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS NEWS

Steps away from program Tshiebwe stepped away from the West Virginia basketball program Friday, citing personal reasons, Jeff Borzello of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Tshiebwe didn't disclose how long he'll be away from the Mountaineers, but his decision comes amid rumors that the big man might pursue a transfer. With that in mind, the sophomore appears unlikely to return to the program anytime soon, if at all. Tshiebwe had averaged 8.5 points and 7.8 rebounds through the Mountaineers' first 10 games, well down from his averages of 11.2 and 9.3, respectively, as a freshman.

JANUARY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kansas-Texas top-10 matchup highlights Big 12 weekend

Third-ranked Kansas has proven its chops since losing to top-ranked Gonzaga in its opener, ripping off eight straight wins with two against top-10 opponents and four against ranked...

DECEMBER 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

WVU F Cottrell tears Achilles tendon, to miss rest of season West Virginia backup forward Isaiah Cottrell will miss the rest of the season after tearing his left Achilles tendon

DECEMBER 30, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Flashes per-minute production Tshiebwe had 12 points (6-9 FG) and 15 rebounds across 21 minutes in Tuesday's 73-51 victory over Northeastern.

Impact This is the type of performance fantasy players have been waiting for throughout the month of December, though it's a bit concerning that it only came against a much lesser opponent. Tshiebwe has been generally inconsistent this season, due occasionally to foul trouble, but also to the play of Gabe Osabuohien off the bench. The Mountaineers did take a hit to their post depth with the announcement that Isaiah Cottrell (Achilles) would miss the rest of the season, but his 5.6 mpg shouldn't move the needle much for Tshiebwe. The good news here is that this is a glimmer of hope for players rostering Tshiebwe, as his fantasy stock had otherwise been plummeting heading into Big 12 play.

DECEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for season Cottrell will miss the remainder of the 2020-21 season due to a torn Achilles' tendon in his left leg, Nick Farrell of WVIllustrated.com reports.

Impact Cottrell suffered an injury in Tuesday's matchup against Northeastern, and he'll be out for the rest of his freshman season as a result. The 6-foot-10 center appeared in each of the first 10 games of his collegiate career, averaging 1.6 points and 1.4 rebounds over 5.6 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Culver, Tshiebwe help No. 9 WVU beat Northeastern 73-51 Derek Culver scored 18 points, Oscar Tshiebwe had 12 points and 15 rebounds and No. 9 West Virginia used its size...

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Culver, Tshiebwe help No. 9 WVU beat Northeastern 73-51

Derek Culver scored 18 points, Oscar Tshiebwe had 12 points and 15 rebounds and No. 9 West Virginia used its size advantage to beat Northeastern 73-51

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

How the tough love of Bob Huggins got Derek Culver on track at West Virginia West Virginia is a sleeper Final Four contender, and a big reason why is the play of junior forward Derek Culver.

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Northeastern vs West Virginia Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Over/Under & Betting Insights for College Basketball Northeastern vs West Virginia Basketball Game Info NCAA Basketball Game Northeastern Huskies (1-4, 0-4 Away) vs. No. 9 West Virginia Mountai...

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM

No. 9 WVU faces Northeastern

No. 9 West Virginia hosts Northeastern in a non-conference matchup

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Game-high 24 points McNeil dropped a game-high 24 points (8-12 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and added two rebounds in the loss to Kansas on Tuesday.

Impact McNeil got off to a red hot start, hitting his first six shots from behind the arc and posting 20 points in the first half. Things were not as easy for the Mountaineers in the second half, however, as the offense sputtered and Kansas pulled away. McNeil is averaging 11.6 points and 2.0 three-pointers per contest this season. His team will need him to shoot well throughout the season if they are going to be at their best. West Virginia will face Buffalo next Tuesday.

DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Braun carries No. 3 Kansas past No. 7 West Virginia 79-65

Christian Braun hit six 3-pointers and had 22 points, Jalen Wilson made four 3s and scored 17, and No. 3 Kansas shrugged off a mid-game malaise before cruising past seventh-ranked...

DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

West Virginia’s Bob Huggins Named to 2021 Naismith Hall of Fame Ballot West Virginia men’s basketball coach Bob Huggins is on the 2021 Naismith Hall of Fame Ballot. Huggins is a reoccurring member on the ballot...

DECEMBER 22, 2020 • TRIBLIVE.COM

West Virginia vs Kansas Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Over/Under & Betting Insights for College Basketball Game West Virginia vs Kansas Basketball Game Info No. 7 West Virginia Mountaineers (7-1, 1-0 Big 12) vs. No. 3 Kansas Jayhawks (7-1, 1-0 Big 12)...

DECEMBER 22, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM

No. 3 Kansas looks to knock off No. 7 WVU

No. 3 Kansas goes for its sixth straight win over ranked opponents against No. 7 West Virginia

DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No. 8 West Virginia holds on to beat Iowa State 70-65 Miles McBride scored 18 points, including the go-ahead free throws with 21 seconds left, to lift No. 8 West Virginia...

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

No. 8 West Virginia holds on to beat Iowa State 70-65

Miles McBride scored 18 points, including the go-ahead free throws with 21 seconds left, to lift No. 8 West Virginia to a 70-65 victory over Iowa State

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Iowa State vs WVU Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Over/Under & Betting Insights for College Basketball Game ISU vs WVU Basketball Game Info Iowa State Cyclones (1-3, 0-1 Big 12) vs. No. 8 West Virginia Mountaineers (6-1, 0-0 Big 12) Date: Friday, D...

DECEMBER 18, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM

Andy Katz's Tiers: Time to Show and Tell

It's time for a number of highly-ranked squads to prove their mettle, beginning this weekend, writes Andy Katz.

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Men's college basketball power rankings: Gonzaga, Baylor and playing actual games COVID-19 has kept Gonzaga and Baylor sidelined, but both have big college basketball games Saturday

DECEMBER 17, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

No. 8 WVU looks for home win vs Iowa State

No. 8 West Virginia looks for its sixth straight win over Iowa State at WVU Coliseum

DECEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Richmond Basketball: 3 takeaways from stunning blowout to No. 11 West Virginia Sunday afternoon's top-25 showdown between Richmond Basketball and West Virginia produced one of the most lopsided - and shocking results -...

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • BUSTINGBRACKETS.COM

McBride scores 20, No. 11 WVU beats No. 19 Richmond 87-71 Miles McBride scored 20 points and No. 11 West Virginia rode a hot-shooting first half to an 87-71 victory over No. 19 Richmond

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM