CJ Fredrick - College Basketball News & Rumors

Contained offensively in loss Fredrick provided five points (2-7 FG, 1-6 3Pt) over 32 minutes during Tuesday's 86-77 2OT loss to Michigan State.

Impact Fredrick was contained by the Spartans' defense, as the guard faced a familiar Big Ten foe. The Iowa transfer is averaging 13.0 points and 2.0 assists across the first three games this year.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

College basketball 2022-23 countdown: No. 4 Kentucky

With Oscar Tshiebwe returning to Lexington, Kentucky is primed for a season of redemption and ranks No. 4 in our preseason countdown.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

College basketball 2022-23 countdown: No. 4 Kentucky

Hot shooting continues Fredrick had a team-high 15 points (5-8 FG< 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT) to go along with three rebounds, an assist and a block across 28 minutes in Sunday's 56-38 exhibition victory over Miss...

Impact Now healthy after not appearing in any games for the Wildcats last season, Fredrick looks like a walking bucket. He's a player who appears in line to secure a starting role, but whether or not that happens, Fredrick is likely the odds-on favorite to lead Big Blue in three-point shooting in 2022-23. He's someone opposing defenses simply cannot leave open, even in transition.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finally, CJ Fredrick is ready to make his UK basketball debut. 'It is the best I've felt.' CJ Fredrick recounts his most recent injury struggles and talks about why this is the most excited he’s ever been going into a season.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • KENTUCKY.COM

Efficient line in scrimmage Fredrick had 18 points (7-11 FG, 4-5 3Pt), five rebounds and two assists across 40 minutes in Saturday's intrasquad scrimmage.

Impact Fredrick has been managed carefully this offseason, as he sat out a foreign tour game for load management and didn't participate in Big Blue Madness due to an ankle injury. He seems to be in the clear now, however, as he wouldn't otherwise participate in a low-stakes exhibition contest. While Fredrick did face opposition that included several walk-ons, he did put forth the most efficient stat line of the game, which is similar to what his role will be during the year. He missed the entire 2021-22 season, but will now be back to provide a major boost in outside shooting.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No. 4 Kentucky begins with concerns about Tshiebwe's health

No. 4 Kentucky will open the season with high expectations and questions about injured star Oscar Tshiebwe

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Participates in exhibition Fredrick (ankle) participated in the Kentucky Wildcats' Big Blue Madness exhibition Friday, according to their official Twitter account.

Impact Fredrick participated in the exhibition's three-point contest. He was able to attempt many shots without any problems, indicating his previous injury is no longer a problem.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finally, CJ Fredrick is playing for Kentucky. But he's not the player you might expect. After missing last season due to injury, CJ Fredrick made his Kentucky debut in the Bahamas this week. His coaches love more than his shooti...

AUGUST 12, 2022 • KENTUCKY.COM

Eyeing summer return Fredrick will try to make his return for Kentucky this summer as he works through rehab for his hamstring injury, Adam Haste of SB Nation reports.

Impact Fredrick will not try and make a return during the NCAA tournament this year and will instead focus on returning this summer. The junior guard underwent hamstring surgery after suffering an injury prior to the 2021-2022 season. In 2020 with Iowa, Fredrick started 27 games, averaging 7.5 points, 1.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 0.4 steals on 24.7 minutes per game. Fredrick will look to return to action over the summer for the Wildcats.

MARCH 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Calipari says Fredrick needs to be around UK players post surgery Kentucky guard CJ Fredrick underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair a hamstring injury suffered shortly after he had finally returned to pract...

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Likely out for season Fredrick (hamstring) will undergo surgery that will likely force him to miss the remainder of the season.

Impact Fredrick had missed the Wildcats' first two games of the season due to his hamstring injury, and he's unlikely to take the court during the 2021-22 campaign. Kellan Grady and Davion Mintz will likely take on increased roles for Kentucky with Fredrick unavailable.

NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted on crutches Fredrick (hamstring) was spotted on crutches prior to Friday's game against Robert Morris, John Clay of the Lexington Herald-Leader reports.

Impact Fredrick's appearance on crutches doesn't bode well for a swift return from an injury that has kept him out of commission of late. the junior will likely be given ample time to get healthy now that the competition level has dropped for a while.

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from warmups Fredrick (leg) isn't taking part in warmups ahead of Friday's game versus Robert Morris, Jack Pilgrim of Kentucky Sports Radio reports.

Impact Fredrick appears set to miss his second consecutive game to open the 2021-22 season as he continues to recover from a leg issue suffered during the summer. He has some time before the level of competition ramps up again, but Fredrick will likely look to get in on some action to get up to speed before it does.

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No-go in opener As expected, Fredrick (lower body) did not take the court in Tuesday's season-opening loss to Duke.

Impact The Wildcats still managed to shoot a respectable 7-for-18 from distance without the sharpshooter, but Fredrick will eventually provide a big boost in that area, as the Iowa transfer knocked down 47.4 percent of his three-pointers last season. His next chance to take the court will be Friday against Robert Morris.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play in opener Fredrick (lower body) is unlikely to play in Tuesday's season-opener against Duke, Jeff Drummond of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Frederick is still trying to make his way back from a lower body injury. Coach Cal said that Fredrick has been able to practice a bit, but that he's not sure this is the game he wants to put him in. It sounds like the transfer from Iowa is getting closer to a return, but his full impact probably won't be felt until further down the line this season once he is fully comfortable with his leg.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

To practice Saturday Fredrick (lower body) is expected to practice Saturday for the first time since injuring his leg over the summer, Jeff Drummond of Cats Illustrated reports.

Impact The specifics of what his participation level at practice will look like is unclear. Previous reports indicated he had already joined practice, but as a non-contact participant. So, this most recent update indicates he may be more involved in his participation going forward. While this news is certainly encouraging, it remains to be seen if he will be in game-shape and ready for Tuesday's season opener verus Duke.

NOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out exhibition Fredrick (lower body) will not take part in Friday's exhibition versus Duke, Maggie Davis of BBN Tonight reports.

Impact Fredrick appears to still be recovering from his injury with only days remaining before the regular season starts with a bang against Duke next Tuesday. Given his recent absences, it seems likely Fredrick would be limited for the Wildcats against the Blue Devils even if he's cleared as conditioning could be an issue.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Talented Memphis eager to end NCAA Tournament drought

Memphis has landed plenty of elite recruits, yet still hasn’t earned an NCAA Tournament bid during Penny Hardaway’s coaching tenure

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • Associated Press

Out Friday Fredrick (lower body) won't take part in Friday's exhibition versus Kentucky Wesleyan College, Jack Pilgrim of Kentucky Sports Radio reports.

Impact Per Pilgrim, the plan is to play Fredrick spot minutes next week Friday versus Miles College in the season opener. That could allow him to get in a little more versus Duke the following game, though he will still likely need to continue working on conditioning.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No. 10 Kentucky looks to veterans, transfers for title run

John Calipari’s enthusiasm and optimism about his Kentucky squad comes from having his most experienced Wildcats roster in a while

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • Associated Press

Hawkeyes taking committee approach to replacing their stars

Iowa basketball coach Fran McCaffery goes into this season without two players who combined to average nearly 40 points and 15 rebounds per game last season

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • Associated Press

Joins practice, still no contact Fredrick (lower body) began practicing Tuesday but is still not cleared for full contact, Jack Pilgrim of Kentucky Sports Radio reports.

Impact Fredrick underwent minor surgery during the summer but anticipates being ready for the start of the season. He will likely need to rejoin practices in a full capacity relatively soon if that is to come to fruition. He figures to play a sizeable role for the Wildcats when healthy, though it's unclear at this point if he will be part of the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kentucky guard Davion Mintz will return for final season

Guard Davion Mintz will withdraw from the NBA draft and return to Kentucky for his final season after leading the Wildcats in several offensive areas as a graduate transfer

JULY 1, 2021 • Associated Press

Kentucky outlook unclear; Calipari awaits transfer rulings

John Calipari is awaiting a pivotal ruling on the eligibility of transfers before he will know who’ll be around to help the Wildcats bounce back from the coach's first losing seaso...

MAY 28, 2021 • Associated Press

CJ Fredrick eager to return to Rupp Arena, site of 2018 Sweet 16 magic The last time CJ Fredrick set foot on the Rupp Arena hardwood, he was enjoying one of his greatest days as a basketball player. It was March...

MAY 18, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

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