Edema was Cushing’s X-factor, because Cheshire didn’t have the size or strength to compete with him in the paint. Though he got the ball stolen from him and missed a couple easy layups in the beginning of the game, the 7-footer found his footing as the game went on and eventually got used to all the smaller guys swiping at the ball. He dominated the second half with crushing screens and rolls to the rim, and he was a total beast on the offensive glass all game. Edema needs to improve his hands a bit, but games like Cheshire are a great experience for him to have and should help him develop.

Edema was Cushing’s X-factor, because Cheshire didn’t have the size or strength to compete with him in the paint. Though he got the ball stolen from him and missed a couple easy layups in the beginning of the game, the 7-footer found his footing as the game went on and eventually got used to all the smaller guys swiping at the ball. He dominated the second half with crushing screens and rolls to the rim, and he was a total beast on the offensive glass all game. Edema needs to improve his hands a bit, but games like Cheshire are a great experience for him to have and should help him develop.