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Faith keeps Texas A&M guard CJ Wilcher grounded as he continues to fill role well How Texas A&M guard CJ Wilcher uses his Christian faith to keep himself grounded as he continues to fill his role well as a perimeter shoote...

3 DAYS AGO • THEEAGLE.COM

Hits four triples in loss Wilcher closed Wednesday's 86-84 loss to Vanderbilt with 12 points (4-8 FG, 4-7 3Pt), one rebound and one assist over 16 minutes.

Impact It was a disappointing result for the Aggies, as they fell at home to the Commodores in a damaging loss for their seeding. Wilcher, however, was one of the positives, as he hit four three-pointers in 16 minutes. The Nebraska transfer has played a limited role this season, but he's logged at least 14 minutes in each of his last three games.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Limited role in fifth year Wilcher recorded nine points (3-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt) and two rebounds across 15 minutes during Saturday's 68-57 win over LSU.

Impact Though he was also a role player in 2023-2024 with Nebraska, starting just two games, Wilcher's stats are down with the Aggies this season. He's averaging fewer minutes, fewer points and he's shooting the ball with less efficiency. He'll still get time for Texas A&M, but his impact has diminished significantly in his fifth-year senior season.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Wilcher (illness) will not appear in Saturday's game against Illinois, Robin Washut of On3.com reports.

Impact Wilcher was not listed on the Cornhuskers' pregame availability report, but he will be sidelined during Nebraska's Big Ten Semifinal matchup with Illinois due to illness. The 6-foot-5 junior has appeared in all 32 games this season (two starts), averaging 7.9 points, 1.5 rebounds and 0.9 assists on 18 minutes per game.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies 16 points in win Wilcher provided 16 points (6-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and one steal over 30 minutes during Tuesday's 83-69 win over Ohio State.

Impact Wilcher converted on 4-of-7 attempts from range, closing with 16 points, three assists and a steal during Tuesday's win over OSU. The 6-foot-5 junior has logged a stretch of solid outings, averaging 12.7 points, 1.3 rebounds, two assists and a steal across Nebraska's last three games. Wilcher and the Cornhuskers will look to pick up another win on the road against Maryland this Saturday.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Beyond the Arc: Huskers passed an adversity test; Wilcher the Timely; Quad-ing it up Some day-after thoughts from Nebraska's important win over Ohio State.

JANUARY 24, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

C.J. Wilcher, Nebraska overpower South Carolina State C.J.Wilcher racked up 18 points off the bench as Nebraska romped past South Carolina State 91-62 on Friday night in Lincoln, Neb.Brice Willi...

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM

Scores 13 in opener Wilcher ended Monday's 84-52 victory over Lindenwood with 13 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound, two assists and two blocks across 22 minutes.

Impact Wilcher, who took over the starting shooting guard spot for the Cornhuskers at the end of the 2022 season, was solid in Nebraska's season debut. The 6-foot-5 junior averaged eight points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.4 assists across 27.2 minutes per game in 2022 (24 starts), and he appears poised for a similar role in 2023.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Nebraska basketball Doane exhibition postgame interviews Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg and CJ Wilcher and Sam Hoiberg discuss the win over Doane.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Flourishes in starting role Wilcher registered 17 points (6-11 FG, 5-9 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 82-72 win over Rutgers.

Impact After coming off the bench in all of Nebraska's previous eight games, Wilcher re-entered the team's starting lineup versus the Scarlet Knights and knocked down a season-high five shots from beyond the arc. The 6-foot-5 sophomore also contributed on the boards and as a playmaker, so it's likely that he'll continue playing heavy minutes when the Cornhuskers host Maryland on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins starting five Wilcher is in the starting lineup Tuesday against Rutgers, Robin Washut of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Wilcher has started in 18 of 26 games this season but has come off the bench over the past month. He's averaged 8.7 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 30.0 minutes as a starter.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Wilcher isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game versus Ohio State, Robin Washut of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Wilcher will be replaced by Keisei Tominaga in the starting lineup Wednesday. He will come off the bench for the first time this season.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores eight in loss Wilcher ended with eight points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and four rebounds across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 76-50 loss to Illinois.

Impact Wilcher continues to log decent minutes but has scored in double-figures on just one occasion in his last seven games. This will be his task to improve upon over the rest of conference play.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 22 points in loss Wilcher logged 22 points (7-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), two rebounds and one steal over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 81-65 loss to Indiana.

Impact Wilcher set a new season-high for points in a game but it came against one of the better teams in the Big 10. He's now scored at least 13 points in three of the last four games, a streak which he'll need to keep up in order to maintain his production.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Excels in win Wilcher chipped in 21 points (8-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-3 FT), one rebound, two assists and two blocks over 32 minutes during Thursday's 75-61 victory over Omaha.

Impact Wilcher made a major improvement in game two by taking and making more three-pointers. A player who struggled to score in the double-digits consistently last season, Wilcher still has plenty to do if he's to reverse that trend.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Wednesday Wilcher will return to his role off the bench on Wednesday as Nebraska takes on Northwestern.

Impact Wilcher, who started and played 37 minutes against Wisconsin, will return to his role off the bench for the Cornhuskers. The 6-foot-5 freshman has appeared in 31 games this season, averaging 8.3 points, 2.4 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 0.8 steals on 25 minutes per game. Wilcher figures to remain heavily involved off the bench for Nebraska.

MARCH 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will start regular season finale Wilcher will start Sunday's contest against Wisconsin.

Impact Wilcher, who scored 15 points during Tuesday's win over Ohio State, will draw his second start of the season in place of Bryce McGowens (hand). The freshman is averaging 8.3 points and 2.4 rebounds in 24.6 minutes per game, but he figures to have an increased workload Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Former Xavier player C.J. Wilcher helps last-place Nebraska upset Ohio State in Columbus Former Xavier guard C.J. Wilcher scored 15 points off the bench to help the Nebraska Cornhuskers to an upset of the No. 23 Buckeyes in Colum...

MARCH 2, 2022 • CINCINNATI.COM

Provides spark off bench Wilcher closed with 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 78-70 victory over Ohio State.

Impact Wilcher came off the bench once again during Tuesday's matchup, but he was one of three Cornhuskers to top 10 points in the upset win. He's now scored in double figures in three of his last five appearances and has averaged 10.4 points in 24.0 minutes per game during that time.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Husker freshmen like Wilcher and Wilhelm remain determined to help set a foundation You bet they talk about it sometimes, C.J. Wilcher says. It's a conversation shared amongst him and some other underclassmen, including...

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

Scores 15 off bench Wilcher supplied 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt), one rebound, one assist, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Saturday's 87-63 loss to Northwestern.

Impact Wilcher came off the bench once again Saturday, but he shot 60 percent from the floor and led Nebraska in scoring during the blowout loss. While Saturday's performance was encouraging, he's averaged just 7.2 points and 3.2 rebounds in 24.6 minutes per game across his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Paces Cornhuskers on scoreboard Wilcher posted 17 points (6-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and one rebound in 25 minutes during Saturday's 99-68 loss to Auburn.

Impact Wilcher came off the bench once again Saturday, but he led Nebraska on the scoreboard with his highest scoring total of the season. He's been an inconsistent contributor for the Cornhuskers this year and is averaging 7.5 points and 3.2 rebounds in 25.6 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Productive off bench Wilcher racked up 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and two steals over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 77-69 loss to Creighton.

Impact Wilcher took on a starting role in Nebraska's season opener but has come off the bench in each of his last two appearances. However, he was one of three Cornhuskers to score in double figures during Tuesday's loss.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE