Emmitt Matthews - College Basketball News & Rumors

Inefficient in defeat Matthews ended Thursday's 65-61 loss to USC with 12 points (3-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, one block and two steals in 33 minutes.

Impact Matthews was able to reach double figures for a fourth consecutive game, but it wasn't enough to help Washington advance in the Pac-12 tournament as he shot just 30 percent from the floor. He did play better towards the second half of the season and closed the season with respectable 50/34/76 shooting splits.

MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Huskies Overcome Early Swings and Misses to Land Knockout Punch Terrell Brown Jr., Emmitt Matthews Jr. and Nate Roberts help put Oregon away in spite of misfires.

MARCH 4, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Helps Huskies snap skid Matthews closed Saturday's 78-70 win over Washington State with 15 points (5-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, two blocks and one steal over 38 minutes.

Impact Smith was back from a concussion but didn't miss a beat in terms of shot volume, scoring or overall minutes. He also produced his highest rebounding total in nearly a month. Matthews and the Huskies are surely on the wrong side of the bubble after four consecutive defeats in the previous games, but an opportunity for resume-boosting wins against UCLA (Monday) and Oregon (Thursday) awaits.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow: Emmitt Matthews Jr. Explains New Look The Husky forward goes all in to make a change in his appearance.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Back in starting five Matthews (concussion) will start Saturday's game against Washington State, 247Sports reports.

Impact Matthews' return is a major boon for the Huskies in the scoring column. The senior forward enters the day averaging 11.3 points per game but averaged 15.0 points per contest over his last three full contests. the contest will determine who pulls ahead between the two clubs in the PAC-12 standings.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Taking part in warmups Matthews (concussion) is on the floor for warmups ahead of Saturday's game against Washington State, Jack McCauley of 247Sports reports.

Impact Matthews was considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's clash after he missed the previous contest due to a concussion suffered against UCLA. His presence on the court for warmups would seem to indicate the senior has cleared the necessary protocols, which is big for a Huskies club looking for payback after losing to their in-state rivals Thursday.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 16 against Colorado Matthews racked up 16 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 34 minutes during Sunday's 78-64 loss to Colorado.

Impact Matthews did a lot of his scoring at the free throw line where he made all seven of his attempts, and he also led the team with five rebounds. He's now reached double figures in five of his last six games as his efficiency has improved from early in the season. Matthews has also done a much better job protecting the ball with only one turnover in the last five games.

JANUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts double-double Matthews closed with 17 points (6-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds and one block over 35 minutes during Saturday's 64-56 win over Seattle.

Impact Matthews logged his first double-double of the season, having plenty of rebounding opportunities against a Seattle team that shot 35 percent from the field. It's the fourth time Matthews has scored in double figures, but he's only connecting on 37 percent of his shots thus far. He still looks to remain one of the team's top contributors with Washington struggling to find much offense.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Struggling with new team Matthews logged nine points (3-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and one block in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 81-62 loss to Nevada.

Impact Matthews had another poor showing with his new team, failing to reach double figures for the fifth time this season despite logging 31 minutes. The West Virginia transfer also committed a team-high four turnovers. Matthews has never been an efficient shooter throughout his collegiate career, connecting on just 28 percent of long-range attempts.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Emmitt Matthews Jr. helps the Husky men find their bark again, beating Northern Arizona Matthews scored a game-high 21 points as Washington avoids another embarrassing loss, pulling away for a 73-62 win.

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

WVU's Derek Culver signs with agent, will enter NBA draft

West Virginia forward Derek Culver has decided to skip his senior season to enter the NBA draft

APRIL 27, 2021 • Associated Press

WVU's Matthews joins McCabe is announcing plans to transfer MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia forward Emmitt Matthews is planning to transfer.

MARCH 25, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

WVU’s Matthews joins McCabe is announcing plans to transfer West Virginia forward Emmitt Matthews is planning to transfer.

MARCH 25, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

No. 12 Okla St beats No. 10 West Virginia, 72-69 in Big 12s

Avery Anderson III hit the go-ahead bucket for Oklahoma State with less than a minute to go, and Sean McNeil’s tying 3-pointer came a split-second after the final buzzer, allowing...

MARCH 11, 2021 • Associated Press

Without Cunningham, No. 17 Oklahoma State beats No. 6 WVU

Sophomore Avery Anderson III scored a career-high 31 points to lead No. 17 Oklahoma State to an 85-80 victory over No. 6 West Virginia

MARCH 6, 2021 • Associated Press

No. 13 West Virginia rallies from 19 down, tops No. 12 Texas

Sean McNeil and No. 13 West Virginia erased a 19-point deficit in the second half, then withstood a flurry of last-second misses to hold off No. 12 Texas

FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • Associated Press

McBride, Sherman help No. 17 West Virginia top No. 23 Kansas

Miles McBride scored a career-high 29 points, Taz Sherman had a career-best 25 and No. 17 West Virginia beat No. 23 Kansas 91-79

FEBRUARY 6, 2021 • Associated Press

Retreats to bench Matthews isn't starting Saturday against Kansas State.

Impact Matthews had started every game for the Mountaineers to begin the season, but he'll come off the bench for Saturday's matchup. Jordan McCabe will take his place in the starting five.

JANUARY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jones' 3 lifts No. 4 Texas over No. 14 West Virginia 72-70

Andrew Jones hit a 3-pointer with 1.8 seconds left to lift No. 4 Texas to a 72-70 victory over No. 14 West Virginia

JANUARY 9, 2021 • Associated Press

Gibson hits 8 3s, Oklahoma beats No. 9 West Virginia 75-71

Umoja Gibson made eight 3-pointers and scored a season-high 29 points, and Oklahoma recovered after blowing an 18-point halftime lead to beat No. 9 West Virginia 75-71

JANUARY 2, 2021 • Associated Press

Kansas-Texas top-10 matchup highlights Big 12 weekend

Third-ranked Kansas has proven its chops since losing to top-ranked Gonzaga in its opener, ripping off eight straight wins with two against top-10 opponents and four against ranked...

DECEMBER 31, 2020 • Associated Press

Culver, Tshiebwe help No. 9 WVU beat Northeastern 73-51

Derek Culver scored 18 points, Oscar Tshiebwe had 12 points and 15 rebounds and No. 9 West Virginia used its size advantage to beat Northeastern 73-51

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • Associated Press

No. 8 West Virginia holds on to beat Iowa State 70-65

Miles McBride scored 18 points, including the go-ahead free throws with 21 seconds left, to lift No. 8 West Virginia to a 70-65 victory over Iowa State

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • Associated Press

Plays 35 minutes in win Matthews notched 13 points (5-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists, and two steals in Sunday's win over Georgetown.

Impact Matthews had not topped double figures in any of the first four games of the season. He was much more effective on Sunday and coach Bob Huggins rewarded him with 35 minutes of action. The 6-7 forward should continue to start at small forward the rest of the season.

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

No. 11 West Virginia finishes strong, beats Georgetown 80-71

Miles McBride scored 17 points, Derek Culver had 14 and No. 11 West Virginia finished fast to beat Georgetown 80-71 in the first meeting between the former Big East rivals since 20...

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • Associated Press

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