Oklahoma State's Thomas transfers to Cincinnati

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Center Ibrahima Thomas has transferred from Oklahoma State to Cincinnati, where he'll have to sit out a year.

The 6-foot-11, 230-pound Thomas will be eligible to play for the Bearcats next season after the fall quarter.

The sophomore started at forward for Oklahoma State in its first seven games this season, averaging 8.3 points and 3.9 rebounds. He had 14 points against Texas and 18 against Tulsa.

Thomas started 34 of his 40 games at Oklahoma State, averaging 6.4 points and 4.1 rebounds.

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