Dan Skillings Jr. - College Basketball News & Rumors

Held scoreless off bench Skillings (knee) accumulated zero points (0-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), nine rebounds and one assist in 18 minutes during Friday's 80-62 loss to Kansas.

Impact Skillings was a question mark to play Friday for Baylor, but the forward wound up returning from a one-game absence. However, he was held scoreless, missing all four of his shots from the field. He did pull down nine rebounds, but the senior guard will look to rediscover his shooting stroke on Jan. 20 against Texas Tech.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Warming up, not starting Skillings (knee) is in uniform and going through warmups, Brice Cherry of the Waco Tribune-Herald reports. However, he's not part of the Bears' starting lineup.

Impact Skillings was considered a game-time call, and with tipoff approaching, there hasn't been any clarity on his availability. The forward had started in all but one game this season, though his lone appearance with the reserves was his most recent outing.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains questionable Skillings (knee) is listed as questionable on Baylor's final injury report ahead of Friday's game against Kansas.

Impact Skillings was labeled questionable on the initial report, and was called a game-time decision earlier Friday. His availability will likely be based on how his knee responds to pregame warm-ups.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Friday Skilings (knee) is a game-time decision for Friday's game at Kansas, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Baylor will update Skillings' injury status 90 minutes the team logs another road game. Even though the team recently defeated Oklahoma State, Kansas is expected to provide a more difficult challenge, especially with positive momentum after defeating Big 12 powerhouse Iowa State on Tuesday. Averaging 11.3 points and 6.6 rebounds this season, Skillings provides versatile yet needed production for a Baylor team struggling in terms of health.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Skillings (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against Kansas.

Impact Skillings was unable to go Tuesday night against the Cowboys but wasn't necessarily needed during a blowout victory. The senior guard has been upgraded to questionable after suffering a knee injury Jan. 10. More on his final availability could potentially be determined during pregame warmups.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Skillings (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Oklahoma State.

Impact Skillings was termed doubtful due to a knee injury he suffered against Houston on Saturday. As expected, he'll miss Tuesday's tilt. Skillings' next chance to play will come Friday at Kansas

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Tuesday Skillings (knee) is listed as doubtful ahead of Tuesday's game against Oklahoma State.

Impact Skillings avoided any major damage to his knee during Saturday's loss against Houston, per Brice Cherry of the Waco Tribune-Herald, but he remains unlikely to suit up for the Bears on Tuesday night. The 6-foot-6 senior, who is averaging 11.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.3 steals on 27.5 minutes per game, is expected to make his return "sooner rather than later" according to head coach Scott Drew.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Freshman Tounde Yessoufou scores 28 to help Baylor thump D-II's Arlington Baptist 124-61

Freshman Tounde Yessoufou scored a season-high 28 to lead six Bears in double figures and Baylor breezed to a 124-61 victory over Division II’s Arlington Baptist

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Baylor scores 71 points in second half to beat Southern 111-67

Tounde Yessoufou had 28 points, eight rebounds and six assists as Baylor used a 71-point second half to beat Southern 111-67 on Sunday

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Carr pours in 24 points, 6 players score in double figures as Baylor pummels Alcorn State, 113-56

Cameron Carr scored 24 points and five other Baylor players scored in double figures as Baylor crushed Alcorn State 113-56 on Friday

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Cameron Carr, Obi Agbim help Baylor cruise past Norfolk State 97-67

Cameron Carr had 19 points, Obi Agbim scored 18 and Baylor cruised to a 97-67 victory over Norfolk State

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Yessoufou scores 27 points as Baylor beats Sacramento State 110-88

Tounde Yessoufou scored a season-high 27 points and Cameron Carr added 25 as Baylor pulled away for a 110-88 win over Sacramento State on Tuesday night

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Posts first double double of season Skillings totaled 12 points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 14 rebounds and four assists in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 110-88 win over Sacramento State.

Impact Skillings dominated the glass, pulling down a career-high 14 rebounds to record his first double double of the season during Baylor's romp over Sacramento State. The 6-foot-6 senior has been a consistent source of production for the Bears this season, reaching double figures in scoring in six of seven games while cleaning the glass for seven or more boards on five occasions. Skilling has also dished out nine helpers over the past two games and is averaging 11.6 points, 7.6 boards and 2.7 assists across 31.1 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Short-handed Baylor beats San Diego State 91-81 in Players Era consolation

Tounde Yessoufou scores 18 points to lead Baylor to a 91-81 victory over San Diego State on Wednesday night

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Cameron Carr scores 21 and Baylor holds off Creighton 81-74 in the Players Era Tournament

Cameron Carr had 21 points, nine rebounds and two blocks and Baylor held off Creighton 81-74 on Monday in the Players Era Tournament

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Continues solid play Skillings posted 14 points (6-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt) and eight rebounds across 33 minutes during Monday's 81-74 win over Creighton.

Impact Skillings continues to play well for the Bears, reaching double figures in scoring for the fourth-consecutive game while pulling down at least seven off the glass for the third time. Skillings saw his role diminish last season in Cincinnati as his minutes and offensive numbers took a decent hit across the board. However, he's taken advantage of his newfound opportunity in Waco by looking more like the player we saw in 2023, averaging 13.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists across 31.8 minutes thus far.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Carr's 27 points sends Baylor past Tarleton State 94-81

Cameron Carr scored 27 points on 10-for-13 shooting and Baylor beat Tarleton State 94-81

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Off to solid start with new squad Skillings contributed 12 points (4-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 28 minutes during Sunday's 78-69 victory over Washington.

Impact Skillings wasn't quite as effective in game two with his new squad but still reached double figures for the second-consecutive contest to help lead the Bears to a nice win over the Huskies. The senior wing transferred in from Cincinnati in the offseason and brings with him plenty of Big 12 experience after playing in 100 contests with 28 starts over the past three seasons with the Bearcats. Skillings had a bit of a down year last year after posting career-high marks of 12.9 points and 6.4 rebounds two years ago with Cincinnati. Baylor is hoping Skillings can reclaim that form this season as he plays a major role for a squad that completely turned over their roster in the offseason. He's off to a promising start.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return to college hoops Skillings will return to college basketball and play for Baylor during his senior season, per Isaac Trotter of CBSSports.com.

Impact Skillings spent three years with Cincinnati, but entered the NBA Draft while also transferring to Baylor this offseason. The guard averaged 9.3 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists across 22.8 minutes last season, which entailed 29 appearances and 13 starts. With one season of eligibility remaining, Skillings will now look to crack the starting five in Waco.

JUNE 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Testing NBA Draft waters Skillings has entered his name into the 2025 NBA Draft process, Jeff Borzello of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Skillings will explore opportunities available at the professional level while keeping the door open for a return to college. The 6-foot-6 junior, who averaged 9.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.7 blocks with the Bearcats last season, has chosen Baylor as his home if he chooses to return to school.

APRIL 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joining Baylor Skillings has committed to Baylor for the 2025-26 season, according to Jeff Goodman of Field Of 68.

Impact This is a huge get for Baylor, as Skillings posted a solid season as a junior with Cincinnati. He averaged 9.2 points in the previous campaign and should have a steady role in the rotation for Baylor in his senior year.

APRIL 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzaga Transfer Portal Target Schedules Pair of Visits Dan Skillings set a pair of visits after hitting the transfer portal following three seasons at Cincinnati.

APRIL 14, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Gonzaga interested in Cincinnati transfer Dan Skillings After spending the past three seasons with the Cincinnati Bearcats, Dan Skillings Jr. entered his name into the transfer portal Monday morni...

APRIL 8, 2025 • SI.COM

Will enter portal Skillings will enter the NCAA's transfer portal, according to Joe Tipton of On3.

Impact Usually, NCAA juniors use its transfer portal to maximize their senior year's upside. Skillings is no exception, especially after the guard's junior-year role declined midseason.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Closes on high note Skillings accumulated 15 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt), four assists, one block and two steals over 27 minutes during Saturday's 78-67 loss to Oklahoma State.

Impact Skillings came off the bench to record his best offensive performance in two months, shooting a season-best 7-for-13 from the field en route to his first 15-point performance since early January. The junior guard also added a season-high four assists to go along with his strong defensive play. Following last season's 12.9 point, 6.4 rebound breakout, Skillings was expected to be one of the stars for a Cincinnati club that was ranked 20th in the preseason AP poll. However, Skillings struggled significantly, averaging just 9.2 points and 3.7 rebounds while losing his starting spot midseason. Likewise, the disappointing Bearcats finished with a conference record of 7-13 and will almost certainly be on the outside looking in of the NCAA tournament unless they put together an improbable run through next week's Big 12 tournament.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Freshman Tounde Yessoufou scores 28 to help Baylor thump D-II's Arlington Baptist 124-61

Baylor scores 71 points in second half to beat Southern 111-67

Carr pours in 24 points, 6 players score in double figures as Baylor pummels Alcorn State, 113-56

Cameron Carr, Obi Agbim help Baylor cruise past Norfolk State 97-67

Yessoufou scores 27 points as Baylor beats Sacramento State 110-88

Short-handed Baylor beats San Diego State 91-81 in Players Era consolation

Cameron Carr scores 21 and Baylor holds off Creighton 81-74 in the Players Era Tournament

Carr's 27 points sends Baylor past Tarleton State 94-81