As first reported by Stevie Cozens, Michigan signee Oscar Goodman will join the program for the winter semester after graduating in November. Goodman is currently enrolled at Michigan and plans to redshirt this season. He won’t play in games but will participate in practices and team activities.
Goodman just wrapped up his last event with the NBA Global Academy at the NBA Academy Winter Showcase. He’s played for the NBA Global Academy over the last few seasons while garnering reps on the New Zealand youth and senior national teams.
Goodman was named to the All-Star Five at the 2024 FIBA U17 World Cup, averaging 17 points, 6.3 rebounds, and three assists per game while leading New Zealand to a semifinal appearance.
“Oscar arrives in Ann Arbor as an accomplished international player and prospect, who was just named to the New Zealand senior national team,” May said of Goodman when he signed in November. “He comes from a tight-knit family that values everything that we want our program to be about. His training at the NBA Academy, as well as his eagerness and ability to compete, will allow him to affect our program positively from day one.”
Goodman is a 6-foot-8 forward who is known for his skill and versatility, but also his physical frame and ability to finish around the basket.
Despite his early graduation, Goodman is still a young prospect who doesn’t turn 18 until February 5th.

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DMB43
BOOOOOOOOOOOOMMMMMMM
Here we go!!! Redshirt of the century
umhoops
I hinted at this a couple of weeks ago, and it makes sense. Pretty sure he was done with school, so might as well get acclimated to Ann Arbor.
eddieben
Will be such a huge bonus to practice w the squad this year. Bodes well for when he suits up in the fall.
BigBoutros
Holy shid. That fuggin rocks
Deck
A burly point forward who can shoot and loves to dunk on all comers. Bringing him into the fold early is a Christmas(time) present