Olivier Sarr - College Basketball News & Rumors

Double figures again in win Sarr tallied 10 points (2-7 FG, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block during Saturday's win over Tennessee.

Impact Sarr reached double figures for a fourth time over the past five games, as the center also continued his superb shooting at the charity stripe. Sarr is posting 10.5 points and 5.5 rebounds while converting a career-best 77 percent at the line this season.

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Season-best 13 boards Sarr had six points (3-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and a season-high 13 rebounds across 30 minutes in Wednesday's 63-62 loss to Georgia.

Impact Sarr's usage continues to be highly volatile for Kentucky, as he was held to less than 20 minutes in back-to-back games for the Wildcats despite not being in foul trouble. The return of Keion Brooks -- who had 12 points in 15 minutes Wednesday -- seemed to be cutting into his workload, but then things did a 180 and Sarr's minutes were back to early-season form. Coach John Calipari continues to throw darts in hope something sticks, as Lance Ware was part of the starting lineup in this contest but played only four minutes. Sarr is the most experienced frontcourt option Kentucky has available, but it's difficult for fantasy players to count on production night in and night out.

JANUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Season high against Vandy Sarr had 24 points (5-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 14-17 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 28 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 77-74 victory over Vanderbilt.

Impact Following back-to-back poor performances against North Carolina and Louisville to round out the month of December, Sarr has gotten back on track. He had a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds in the SEC opener against Mississippi State, and is now coming off his best scoring game of the season. He's also quietly been a steady source for blocks, as his career-high 1.6 bpg is tied for fifth among SEC players.

JANUARY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Major disappointment in loss Sarr tallied just one point (0-4 FG, 1-2 FT), one rebound and one block during Saturday's loss to Louisville.

Impact The senior was a major disappointment in the rivalry game Saturday, as Sarr was a non-factor in 21 minutes of action. Sarr is averaging just 1.5 points and 2.5 rebounds over his last two outings. Kentucky needs Sarr to step up right away if the Wildcats want to save their season.

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

South Carolina game postponed The Dec. 29 matchup between South Carolina and Kentucky has been postponed due to COVID-19 concerns, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact South Carolina is dealing with COVID-19 related issues within their program. There is not date yet as to when the game will be rescheduled. Kentucky will head to take on Louisville on Saturday and then follow with Mississippi State on Jan. 2.

DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

First double-double of season Sarr tallied 17 points (5-13 FG, 7-11 FT), 11 rebounds and one block during Sunday's loss to Richmond.

Impact Coming off a disappointing season-opening performance, Sarr turned things around and managed his first double-double with Kentucky. In two games to open the year, the senior center is posting 12.5 points and 7.0 rebounds while shooting 47 percent from the field.

NOVEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Forbes begins work trying to turn around Wake Forest program

Steve Forbes is facing a big challenge in turning around the Wake Forest program

NOVEMBER 13, 2020 • Associated Press

No. 10 Kentucky once again welcomes cadre of new players

Even for a program accustomed to roster turnover, Kentucky’s latest personnel upheaval stands out

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • Associated Press

With Olivier Sarr, Jacob Toppin in the mix, how does Kentucky's lineup look? “Best team in the SEC. Top five in the country,” one coach in the league said after the news about Olivier Sarr and Jacob Toppin broke.

OCTOBER 22, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Kentucky transfers Sarr, Toppin immediately eligible to play Kentucky announced Wednesday that the NCAA and Southeastern Conference have granted transfers Olivier Sarr and Jacob Toppin immediate eligib...

OCTOBER 22, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Kentucky transfers Sarr, Toppin immediately eligible to play

Kentucky has announced the NCAA and Southeastern Conference have granted transfers Olivier Sarr and Jacob Toppin immediate eligibility to play this season

OCTOBER 22, 2020 • Associated Press

Waiver granted Sarr has received a waiver and is eligible to play this season

Impact The news Kentucky fans have been waiting to hear has finally arrived. Sarr will presumably be one of Kentucky's go-to players this season, and his eligibility makes Kentucky not just a conference title contender, but quite possibly a NCAA title contender.

OCTOBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Still waiting on waiver to play Sarr has received a waiver from the NCAA that will allow him to compete at Kentucky in 2020-21, but he'll still require a separate waiver from the SEC in order to play in conferenc...

Impact While Vitale isn't normally a news breaker, other sources familiar with Sarr's situation haven't refuted the report. Assuming Vitale's report is in fact accurate, Sarr will now just have to wait for approval from SEC commissioner Greg Sankey in order to suit up immediately for Big Blue. The seven-foot, 255-pound center left Wake Forest following a junior season in which he averaged 13.7 points, 9.0 boards and 1.2 blocks in 26.7 minutes per contest. If cleared to play, Sarr would likely step in as Kentucky's new starter at center, replacing the departed Nick Richards and EJ Montgomery.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Five college basketball programs awaiting eligibility rulings on transfers who could make instant impact The case for Kentucky's Olivier Sarr is just one that looms large as the NCAA appeals process rolls on

JULY 7, 2020 • CBSNEWS.COM

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MAY 17, 2020 • 247SPORTS.COM

NCAA rules expert weighs in on Olivier Sarr’s immediate eligibility chances Some good news. Sme bad.

MAY 11, 2020 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Questions about Olivier Sarr’s eligibility aside, Kentucky landed a much-needed prize in the transfer market There’s no confirmation as to whether or not Wake Forest transfer Olivier Sarr will be eligible to play his final college season at Kentucky...

MAY 9, 2020 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

ESPN analyst expects Steve Forbes to support Olivier Sarr's case ...

MAY 9, 2020 • 247SPORTS.COM

Getting centered: Wake Forest transfer Sarr can't wait to reboot his career at UK - Middlesboro News By KEITH TAYLOR Kentucky Today LEXINGTON, Ky. (KT) — Kentucky landed a future post player when Wake Forest junior Olivier Sarr announced pla...

MAY 8, 2020 • MIDDLESBORONEWS.COM

Support pours out for Olivier Sarr to receive instant eligibility waiver Sarr’s circumstances should allow him to play for UK next season but the NCAA has the final call.

MAY 7, 2020 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Will Olivier Sarr receive a waiver to play for Kentucky next season? Jeff Borzello details how Olivier Sarr can help Kentucky and explains what Sarr plans to do if he doesn't receive a waiver to play for the W...

MAY 7, 2020 • TSN.CA

Behind the scenes of Olivier Sarr's commitment to Kentucky ...

MAY 7, 2020 • 247SPORTS.COM

John Calipari and Olivier Sarr comment on transfer to Kentucky "BBN, I can’t wait to get started."

MAY 6, 2020 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Ex-Wake Forest center Olivier Sarr transferring to Kentucky MAY 6, 2020 - LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Former Wake Forest center Olivier Sarr is transferring to Kentucky, he announced on social media Wednesd...

MAY 6, 2020 • OKLAHOMAN.COM

ESPN analyst supports immediate eligibility for Olivier Sarr ESPN analyst supports immediate eligibility for Olivier Sarr

MAY 6, 2020 • 247SPORTS.COM

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Forbes begins work trying to turn around Wake Forest program

No. 10 Kentucky once again welcomes cadre of new players

Kentucky transfers Sarr, Toppin immediately eligible to play