He measured a 39.5” max vertical leap at the NBA Draft Combine, which was the 8th highest of the prospects in attendance. In both of his college seasons, he averaged 2.6 blocks per game thanks in part to his athleticism and length. Oliver’s biggest strength is his potential to be an elite rim protector. He doesn’t have the hype of a 1st round pick or a star from a Power 5 school, but Oliver has skills that can help a NBA team. His impact on both ends was a major reason that the Wolf Pack went 28-7 and won the Mountain West.Īfter his strong sophomore campaign, Oliver declared for the NBA Draft and eventually signed with an agent. The sophomore big man provided an athletic rim protector that could also stretch the floor on offense. Eric Musselman had one of the most talented rosters across the mid-major landscape, but Cameron Oliver was the focal point.
After failing to make the NCAA Tournament since joining the Mountain West, Nevada finally broke through and earned a bid.
