Quincy Olivari is a name that most NBA fans have heard during the preseason. And that is for good reasons as the 23-year-old guard is making a name for himself from his recent performances. Playing for the LA Lakers Quincy provided JJ Redick his first win as a coach in Los Angeles by scoring 11 points in the fourth quarter. They came from behind to beat the Bucks and on Friday when the Lakers were resting most of their starters, he led the scoring lines with 22 points and was 8 out of 16 in shooting.

He also told reporters on Friday, “I just want a job in the NBA,” and the Lakers granted his wish by signing him to a two-way contract. The undrafted player out of Xavier is finally in the big leagues. With this new addition to the squad, he brings another moniker to the Lakers, joining some of the most popular names on the team, such as ‘King James’ and ‘The Brow.’ Quincy is known as ‘Quincynnati,’ and he recently revealed the origin of the nickname.

While on an interview with Stat Baby on the YouTube channel Come and Talk 2 Me, Quincy was asked about the origin of his nickname Quincynnati. “I had a trainer that worked with me the summer before I went up to Xavier and when I committed, he just came up with Quincynnati”. This was how the moniker came into being.

However, it didn’t gain traction until Quincy shared a story in an interview: “We have a big game every year, the Crosstown Shootout between Xavier and Cincinnati, and that was the game where I just popped off.” Quincy recalls that standout performance, and after defeating Cincinnati, he posted a story saying, “I run this city; this is what I do because I beat the little brothers around the corner.” Following that, he added, “After that, I posted on Instagram, and that same night, my Instagram blew up.” Thus, the nickname took off and became something that has stuck with the new star.

Let’s dive into his college career and get to know more about the Hooper’s game.

Quincy Olivari’s college career

Quincy Olivari was one of the top three-point shooters in his class, and we got a glimpse of his shooting prowess on Friday against the Warriors, where he hit 5 of 9 three-pointers. He played four years of collegiate basketball, including three seasons at Rice and one at Xavier. At Rice, he averaged 18.7 points per game, ranking third in Conference USA, and he finished third in the three-pointer rankings with 94 made shots. Quincy’s impressive stats don’t stop there; he also boasted a .413 field goal percentage. These standout performances secured his place in the college’s all-time charts, as his 94 three-pointers rank as the second highest in school history, while his 654 points stand as the sixth most ever recorded.

In his inaugural season with the Musketeers, Quincy Olivari made a lasting impression that fans will remember for years. He was exceptional, averaging 19.1 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.4 steals per game. His stellar performance led him to become the Big East leader in three-pointers with a .409 shooting percentage, earning him an Honorable Mention for his play in the conference.

Overall, Quincy is a skilled and talented guard, and we’ve seen the impact he can make from beyond the arc for the Lakers. It’s fair to say that the young player has certainly earned his two-way contract, and fans will be hoping he can convert this into a standard deal in the future. It will be intriguing to watch how his career unfolds, and we wish him the best as he continues to develop.