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No. 22 Xavier hands No. 2 UConn its first loss, 83-73 Zach Freemantle scored 16 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and Colby Jones also scored 16, helping No. 22 Xavier hand No. 2 UConn its first l...

JANUARY 1, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Clutch in win Jones registered 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists and two steals in 35 minutes during Saturday's 83-73 victory over UConn. He also had four turnovers.

Impact Jones supplied 10 of his points in the second half -- catalyzing Xavier's 11-point edge after halftime. Jones was everywhere after halftime, recording both of his steals as well as multiple key assists down the stretch.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No. 2 UConn vs. No. 22 Xavier Highlights | CBB on FOX

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

No. 22 Xavier breaks No. 2 UConn's undefeated start Zach Freemantle scored 16 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and Colby Jones also scored 16, helping No. 22 Xavier hand No. 2 UConn its first l...

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

No. 22 Xavier hands No. 2 UConn its 1st loss, 83-73

Zach Freemantle scored 16 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and Colby Jones also scored 16, helping No. 22 Xavier hand No. 2 UConn its first loss, 83-73

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • Associated Press

Impactful performance Jones provided 15 points (5-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals across 35 minutes during Saturday's 80-77 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Jones continues scoring reliably. The junior has supplied double-digit scoring in all nine of Xavier's contests thus far. His NBA draft stock is quietly on the rise.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in return Jones posted 13 points (4-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, six assists, two blocks and three steals across 36 minutes before fouling out of Friday's 81-79 loss to Indiana.

Impact Jones sat out a Nov. 15 contest with an ankle injury, but he was back in the starting give Friday and posted one of his better all-around efforts of the season. Look for the 6-6 junior to continue representing a top backcourt producer in fantasy for the remainder of the season.

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Jones will start Friday's contest against Indiana, Jordan Majewski of SBNation.com reports.

Impact Jones will reclaim his spot in the starting lineup following a one-game absence due to an ankle injury. In his first two appearances of the season, the junior guard totaled 27 points, 14 assists, eight rebounds, three steals and three blocks while playing 27 minutes in each contest.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Jones (ankle) will play in Friday's game versus Indiana, Adam Baum of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact Jones missed Tuesday's game versus Fairfield due to a sprained ankle he suffered in Monday's practice. Jones will likely retake his starting spot from Adam Kunkel for Friday's game.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Thursday Jones (ankle) will not practice Thursday, according to Adam Baum of The Cincinnati Enquirer.

Impact Jones' injury is bad enough that its severity degree is unknown. Considering he cannot practice a day before the Musketeers host Indiana, fantasy managers should consider him doubtful concerning their game Friday.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Jones won't play in Tuesday's game versus Fairfield due to a sprained ankle, John Fanta of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Jones is averaging 13.5 points, 7.0 assists, 4.0 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.5 blocks through the teams' first two games this season. Jones' next opportunity to play will be Friday's matchup with Indiana.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chokes in loss Jones amassed 14 points (6-13 FG, 2-7 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal over 40 minutes during Wednesday's 89-82 1OT loss to Butler.

Impact Jones logged a well-rounded effort and was one of four Xavier starters with double-digit scoring. However, Jones' outing will be defined by missing a pair of free throws with under a minute to play -- allowing Butler to ultimately force overtime. Xavier is a bubble team, but likely sitting firmly on the outside after this defeat. Jones averaged 11.1 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.0 assists in his sophomore season.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jones leads Xavier against Saint John's (NY) after 20-point game

Xavier visits the Saint John's (NY) Red Storm after Colby Jones scored 20 points in the Musketeers' 82-66 loss to the Seton Hall Pirates

MARCH 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Back-to-back double-double games Jones supplied 20 points (8-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 35 minutes during Saturday's 82-66 loss to Seton Hall.

Impact Jones followed up a double-double against Providence on Wednesday with another double-double accompanied by a season-high 20 points. He made two three-pointers for the first time since Jan. 19. The sophomore has averaged 10.8 points, 6.4 rebounds and 3.4 assists during 38.1 minutes through eight games in February.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes 11 points in loss Jones accumulated 11 points (3-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals over 36 minutes during Saturday's 69-65 loss to DePaul.

Impact Jones eclipsed 10 points for the first time in four games, ending his second three-game streak with double-digit figures on the season. He was one of four Xavier players to record double-digit points in the loss. The sophomore has averaged 10.6 points, 7.9 rebounds and 2.7 assists during 31.4 minutes over 21 games this season.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chips in 12 points Jones had 12 points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one block across 34 minutes during Sunday's 75-64 loss to Marquette.

Impact Jones and Xavier couldn't overcome the red hot Golden Eagles who were victorious in their last five games prior to Sunday. Jones recorded two assists in the opening five minutes of play but didn't record a bucket of his own until less than seven minutes remained in the first half. The sophomore has not had a game with less than five rebounds since the layoff and continues to hustle in all situations. He will seek to elevate Xavier back into the win column against Providence on Wednesday.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in rebounding Jones finished with seven points (1-9 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 64-60 loss to Villanova.

Impact Jones didn't let his tough offensive night prevent him from contributing on the boards. Since the layoff, the sophomore hasn't eclipsed 10 points, a mark he reached in eight of his 14 appearances this season. He will look to get his offense back on track against Creighton on Saturday.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Xavier pulls off miracle comeback win in closing seconds as Colby Jones buzzer beater downs Providence, 74-73

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Records double-double in win Jones finished Sunday's 77-71 win over Oklahoma State with 17 points (6-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and three steals across 32 minutes.

Impact Jones was an unstoppable force on the glass and in the paint, his seven offensive rebounds rivaled the Oklahoma State total on the night. He committed only one turnover while garnering his second double-double of the season. Through his last five appearances, the sophomore has averaged 10.8 points and 11 rebounds during 30.8 minutes of play.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes across the board Jones closed with nine points (3-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and three steals across 26 minutes during Wednesday's 78-45 victory over Central Michigan.

Impact Jones and several key Xavier rotation players all set out last Sunday with an illness going around the team, but the unit was back at full strength Wednesday for a throttling of Central Michigan. Jones contributed across the board despite only seeing 26 minutes in the blowout, putting forth exceptional per-minute output. He should see more playing time Sunday when the Musketeers take on Oklahoma State.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In starting five Jones (illness) is back in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Central Michigan, Adam Baum of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact Jones sat out the previous contest due to illness but is back in the fold in his regular capacity Wednesday. Given the minimal absence required, Jones should be in line to handle his usual role of 30-plus minutes. He enters the night coming off of back-to-back double-doubles in his last appearances.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out Friday Jones (illness) likely won't play Friday at Virginia Tech, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Jones, Dieonte Miles, Jerome Hunter and Adam Kunkel are all dealing with a non-COVID illness ahead of Friday's contest. If Jones and Miles are unable to play, then Nate Johnson and Jack Nunge are both likely candidates to move into the starting lineup.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another double-double Jones provided 11 points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 12 rebounds and three assists across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 82-70 loss to Iowa State.

Impact Jones took a shot to the face in his last contest, but practiced in full this week and was in the starting lineup Wednesday, as expected. The 6-6 wing ended up logging his second consecutive double-double and is now averaging 12.3 rebounds per contest over his last three games. The Musketeers needed someone to step up on the glass in the absence of Zach Freemantle (foot), and Jones has answered the call, leading the team in rebounding through five games.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets full practice Monday Jones (face) practiced in full on Monday after taking a hit to the face in Sunday's game against Norfolk State, Adam Baum of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact Jones was forced to leave Sunday's game after taking the hit. He will be fine for the team's game on Wednesday against Iowa State, however. Jones had 10 points and 13 rebounds before being forced to exit.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Solid on glass despite early exit Jones accumulated 10 points (5-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt), 13 rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 23 minutes during Sunday's 88-48 win over Norfolk State.

Impact According to Adam Baum of The Cincinnati Enquirer, Jones was hit in the face and forced to exit the game during this contest. Jones never ended up officially returning, but given it was a 40-point blowout, there likely was little benefit to rushing him back out there. Even with the early exit, however, Jones was still able to set a career high in rebounding. Until further notice, this isn't expected to be an issue in advance of Wednesday's matchup against Iowa State.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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No. 2 UConn vs. No. 22 Xavier Highlights | CBB on FOX

No. 22 Xavier hands No. 2 UConn its 1st loss, 83-73

Jones leads Xavier against Saint John's (NY) after 20-point game

Xavier pulls off miracle comeback win in closing seconds as Colby Jones buzzer beater downs Providence, 74-73