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Report: Oklahoma State Lands Eastern Illinois Star Transfer F Chris Olivier

Friday, May 29, 2015 11:54 am

Andrew Holleran

Chris Olivier, a 6-foot-8, 245-pound forward transferring from Eastern Illinois, has committed to Oklahoma State, according to a report by CBS Sports.

Olivier, a Chicago native, averaged 13 points and 5.3 rebounds a game last season.

He has one year of eligibility remaining and can play right away.

Eastern Illinois transfer Chris Olivier has committed to Oklahoma State, source told @CBSSports. Immediately eligible. 13.0 PPG and 5.3 RPG.

— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) May 29, 2015

This is a very nice get for the Cowboys, who could use a good scoring presence in their front court.