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Newell scores 23 as Western Kentucky knocks off Florida International 80-70

Led by Grant Newell's 23 points, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated the Florida International Panthers 80-70 on Saturday

FEBRUARY 7 • Associated Press

Available for GCU game Keita (knee) was available for Western Kentucky's game Saturday against Grand Canyon, according to Jeff Nations of the Bowling Green Daily News.

Impact Saturday included Keita's first game he was available for since Jan. 20. The senior did not play then to redshirt his 2023-24 season. Before it, Keita was a Nebraska junior. He averaged 2.0 points and 3.5 rebounds for the 2022-23 Cornhuskers' 21 of 32 games.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play in opener Keita (knee) didn't play in Monday's 91-84 loss to Wichita State.

Impact It's unclear if Keita is dealing with a severe injury, but the big man will have to wait to make his debut with the program. His next chance to feature will come against Grand Canyon on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Western Kentucky Keita (ankle) signed with Western Kentucky on Tuesday, according to the team's website.

Impact Signing with Western Kentucky indicates Keita will transfer there from Nebraska. Now, his next objective is recovering from the ankle injury that caused him to sit out Nebraska's 2023-24 season.

MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Enters transfer portal Keita has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Keita will enter the transfer portal after two seasons with Nebraska. The junior center was unable to play during the 2023-24 season as he dealt with injury.

MARCH 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Thursday Keita (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against Ohio State.

Impact Keita has yet to play in a game for Nebraska this season while recovering from recurring ankle injuries. The possibility of missing an entire season is looming larger with every passing game, though Keita has not yet been officially ruled out against the Buckeyes. Should he miss Thurday's game, Sunday against Rutgers will serve as his next opportunity to make his season debut.

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Indiana Keita (ankle) is listed as questionable for the Huskers' tilt with Indiana.

Impact Keita still has yet to play in a game this season, but is listed as questionable. It remains to be seen if the big man will end up playing this season or taking a medical redshirt.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable status Saturday Keita (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against Michigan on the Big Ten availability report, though reported as likely to miss the remainder of the season.

Impact Keita has not yet logged a game this season, battling an ankle injury. It was reported that he will likely not appear at all this season, but the recent availability report shows him questionable. Though he holds this status, it is still very unlikely that he will take the court against Michigan.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Northwestern Keita (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Northwestern.

Impact Keita has yet to make an appearance this season for the Cornhuskers. The 6-foot-11 center will look to be ready for Saturday's game against Michigan, should he miss this game.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out multiple weeks Keita (ankle) is out for multiple weeks, according to Robin Washut of On3.com.

Impact Considering the recent update, Keita will log at least four more DNPs, with his earliest return date being Nebraska's game against Ohio State on Jan. 23. Unless the Big Ten Conference releases an injury report indicating otherwise, he is out indefinitely until then.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Indiana Keita (ankle) is out for Nebraska's game Wednesday against Indiana.

Impact Keita will sit out Nebraska's first game of 2024. Now, his next opportunity to participate in a Cornhuskers matchup is when they play at Wisconsin on Saturday.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Kansas State Keita (ankle) is out for Nebraska's game Sunday at Kansas State.

Impact Keita will log his 11th consecutive DNP of Nebraska's 2023-24 season. After playing at Kansas State, the Cornhuskers are expected to host North Dakota on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wednesday Keita (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against Duquesne.

Impact Keita has yet to play this season due to a lingering ankle issue. His next chance to play will come against Cal State-Fullerton on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out against Oregon State Keita (ankle) won't play in Saturday's game versus Oregon State, Robin Washut of On3.com reports.

Impact Keita will miss his fifth straight game to start the season Saturday due to an ankle injury. His next chance to play will be Wednesday's matchup with Duquesne.

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Keita (ankle) is listed as out for Monday's game versus Rider.

Impact Keita will miss his third consecutive game Monday as he continues to nurse an ankle injury. It's unfortunate timing for him to be missing these games, as this stretch of games would be a prime opportunity for him to receive playing time. His next chance to suit up is Wednesday versus Stony Brook.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not available for opener Keita (ankle) will not play in Monday's game against Lindenwood, Steve Marik of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Keita still has yet to be cleared from an ankle injury he suffered in fall practice. There's not timetable for his return at this point. Keita will be a depth option in the frontcourt when healthy.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Minnesota Keita (ankle) is out for Saturday's game versus Minnesota, Robin Washut of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Keita is set to miss his fourth straight game due to an ankle injury. Nebraska will have to beat Minnesota in order for the sophomore big man to have another chance to play in the Big Ten Tournament.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Wednesday Keita (ankle) will be a game-time decision before Nebraska's game Wednesday against Minnesota, according to Robin Washut of Rivals.com.

Impact During his press conference Tuesday, Nebraska's head coach Fred Hoiberg said Keita "did a little more" in terms of practicing on Tuesday and would go through shootaround Wednesday. Though the update indicates he is fine enough, Keita's ankle is apparently still sore, so that lingering pain will demote his availability status to a game-time decision instead.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Iowa Keita (ankle) will sit out the Cornhuskers' game Sunday at Iowa, according to Robin Washut of Rivals.com.

Impact Keita will sit out the 2022-23 Cornhuskers' last game of their regular season. The finale is expected to decide when they play next, during a Big Ten tournament matchup scheduled either Wednesday or Thursday.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Sunday Keita (ankle) is doubtful to play Sunday's game at Iowa, Jacob Padilla at Hail Varsity reports.

Impact The sophomore is on track to miss his third straight game due to an ankle injury. Keita is averaging 2.0 points and 3.5 rebounds this season.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Keita (ankle) will remain sidelined for Tuesday's tilt against Michigan State, Robin Washut of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Keita has missed a plethora of games this season due to a nagging ankle injury. His next chance to suit up will come in the team's regular-season finale at Iowa.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play vs. Minnesota Keita (ankle) will not play in Saturday's game against Minnesota, Robin Washut of Rivals.com reports.

Impact After re-injuring his ankle in Sunday's win over Maryland, Keita will miss more time while resting the injury. Keita has missed several games this season while dealing with the nagging injury. His next chance to return is Tuesday against Michigan State.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Minnesota Keita (ankle) will be questionable during Nebraska's game Saturday versus Minnesota, according to Jacob Padilla of Hail Varsity.

Impact Nebraska's head coach Fred Hoiberg said Keita is "still pretty sore" after re-aggravating his ankle when the Cornhuskers hosted Maryland on Sunday. He has at least two days of rest before they are expected to play Minnesota.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Re-injures ankle Keita re-injured his ankle during the Cornhuskers' win Sunday versus Maryland, according to Jacob Padilla of Hail Varsity.

Impact Currently, the Cornhuskers are scheduled to host Minnesota on Saturday. Keita can rest at least five days beforehand. He will need it, especially because the ankle injury is his third setback since late-December.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 11 minutes Keita (ankle) logged one point (1-2 FT), four rebounds and one block across 11 minutes during the Cornhuskers' 72-56 loss Tuesday at Illinois.

Impact Keita was expected to sit out at least once during February. Instead, he returned when the Cornhuskers played their last game of January. Keita is expected to continue being a backup center. The big man averaged 4.8 minutes across his six games in between Dec. 16 and Feb. 1.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Newell scores 23 as Western Kentucky knocks off Florida International 80-70