Xavier alum shines in NBA G-League, eyes future in the NBA
By Herald Staff Quincy Olivari began his collegiate journey at Rice University, where he played four seasons. During his tenure, he led the Owls and ranked third in Conference USA in scoring, averaging 18.7 points per game. His impressive performance included 94 three-pointers in a season, the second-most in school history. Seeking new challenges, Olivari […] The post Xavier alum shines in NBA G-League, eyes future in the NBA appeared first on The Cincinnati Herald .
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Quincy Olivari began his collegiate journey at Rice University, where he played four seasons. During his tenure, he led the Owls and ranked third in Conference USA in scoring, averaging 18.7 points per game. His impressive performance included 94 three-pointers in a season, the second-most in school history. Seeking new challenges, Olivari transferred to Xavier University for the 2023–2024 season. At Xavier, he started all 34 games, averaging 19.1 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game. He won the hearts of Cincinnatians after delivering an outstanding performance in Xavier’s 84-79 victory over Cincinnati at the 2023 Crosstown Shootout. He scored a game-high 27 points, shooting 6-of-14 from the field, including an impressive 6-of-8 from three-point range. Olivari also contributed defensively, holding Cincinnati’s leading three-point shooter, C.J. Fredrick, scoreless during the game. The performance led to fans giving the city the nickname “Quinncinnati”. His outstanding play earned him Big East Honorable Mention honors and admiration from Dan Hurley, coach of the two-time defending NCAA Champion, UConn Huskies.
Despite going un-drafted in the 2024 NBA Draft, Olivari’s perseverance led him to join the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2024 NBA Summer League. His impressive performances secured him an Exhibit 10 contract with the Lakers on August 14, 2024. Laker Legends like Earvin “Magic” Johnson and teammate Lebron James gave him praise for his work during the summer league. Recognizing his potential, the Lakers converted his contract to a two-way deal on October 19, 2024, allowing him to split time between the NBA and their G-League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers.
Olivari’s G-League debut was nothing short of spectacular. He recorded 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists and is currently averaging 28.3 points, 6.3 rebounds and 6.7 assists per game. His consistent performances have drawn praise from teammates and coaches alike. Notably, Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell commented that Olivari might be too talented for the G-League, highlighting his readiness for the NBA stage. Mr. Quincinnati is one to keep an eye on as he prepares to make his much-anticipated jump to the NBA.
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