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Duke Miles scores 28 and No. 24 Vanderbilt holds off Western Kentucky 83-78 at Battle 4 Atlantis

Duke Miles scored 28 points, including two key free throws with 1.9 seconds left, Devin McGlockton added 22 points and No. 24 Vanderbilt held off Western Kentucky 83-78 to begin th...

NOVEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Returns with nine assists Collins (anke) accumulated eight points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-6 FT), six rebounds, nine assists and six steals in 27 minutes during Wednesday's 83-78 win over Western Kentucky.

Impact Collins had missed the previous two games with an ankle injury, but he was all over the court in the win over the Hilltoppers. The TCU transfer should share playing time with Tyler Tanner going forward. Collins has played in four games and had at least five assists and three steals in every game. He has fantasy value, even as a bench player.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Battle 4 Atlantis Collins (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against Western Kentucky at The Bahamas, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact The Commodores will have their top option for the Battle 4 Atlantis, an eight-team tournament in The Bahamas. Collins has had a strong start to his Vanderbilt career, averaging 9.7 points, 5.3 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 3.7 steals in three games. This is despite the fact that Collins has been Vandy's primary guard off the bench, not a starter.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing, could play Wednesday Collins (ankle) is reportedly "progressing" and could play Wednesday against Western Kentucky if he practices Tuesday, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact It appears Collins' availability in the Battle 4 Atlantis will come down to whether or not the senior guard can practice Tuesday. Collins has missed the last two games for the Commodores, but before going down with his ankle injury, he was averaging 9.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 3.7 steals.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Texas Southern Collins (ankle) is out for Thursday's game against Texas Southern, Joey Dwyer of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Collins will now miss back-to-back games with a minor ankle injury. The senior guard will aim for a return next Wednesday at Western Kentucky. He averaged 9.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 3.7 steals across his first three outings of the season.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Sits Saturday as a precaution Collins (lower leg) sat out Vanderbilt's 104-75 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Saturday as a precaution, per Aria Gerson of The Tennessean.

Impact Collins reportedly could've played, but the Commodores didn't want him on the court at less than 100 percent. Plus, they didn't need him regardless as they rolled a hapless UAPB squad. Collins will look to return to action on Thursday, Nov. 20 against Texas-Southern.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Not in uniform Saturday Collins (undisclosed) isn't dressed for Saturday's game against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, Alaina Morris of 247sports reports.

Impact Collins is in sweats while Vanderbilt goes through pregame warmups, indicating he'll be inactive Saturday. His absence could mean more opportunities for Tyler Harris, while Coleson Messer or Mike James could crack the rotation. Collins' next chance to play will come Thursday against Texas Southern.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Plays solid minutes off bench Collins had eight points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, five assists and four steals in 23 minutes during Wednesday's 92-62 victory over Eastern Kentucky.

Impact Collins comes off the bench in support of Tyler Tanner, but has played 22.7 minutes per game. He leads the team with 5.3 assists and 3.7 steals. The TCU transfer's offensive game has been spotty - just one game with more than eight points - but he contributes elsewhere. Collins will likely play with Tanner in SEC conference play.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting in opener Collins is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Lipscomb.

Impact Tyler Tanner will get the starting nod at point and will play alongside Duke Miles in the backcourt. Collins is hoping to see regular playing time in 2025-26 after being limited to nine games in 2024-25 due to a foot injury.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Fully cleared for basketball Collins (foot) is fully cleared for basketball-related activities, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Before transferring colleges from TCU to Vanderbilt, Collins' 2024-25 season was prematurely ended by a foot injury, which is no longer a problem. In nine games then, he logged 11.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.9 steals per game. Despite a 10.0-plus PPG, Collins will look to fix his overall shooting, considering he shot 26.1 percent from three and 59.4 percent from the free-throw line. If the senior can fix them, he becomes much more of a reliable scorer going into Vanderbilt's upcoming season.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Vanderbilt basketball adds commitment from TCU transfer point guard Frankie Collins | Reports Frankie Collins, a point guard from TCU, committed to Vanderbilt basketball in the transfer portal.

APRIL 10 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Heading to Vanderbilt Collins has committed to play for Vanderbilt for the 2025-26 season, per Tobias Bass of The Athletic.

Impact Collins will join the Commodores following a single season with TCU. The 6-foot-2 senior averaged 11.2 points and 4.4 assists per game across just nine games for the Horned Frogs before suffering a broken foot. The former Arizona State and Michigan transfer will retain a single year of eligibility with TCU.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Enters transfer portal Collins decided to submit his name in the NCAA Transfer Portal, Joe Tipton of On3.com reports.

Impact Collins will enter the portal after playing one season at TCU. The senior guard averaged 11.2 points, 4.4 rebounds and 4.4 assists on 30.9 minutes across nine appearances.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

TCU leading scorer Frankie Collins will miss rest of season after breaking left foot

TCU leading scorer Frankie Collins will miss the rest of the season because of a broken bone in his left foot

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • Associated Press

Will miss rest of season Collins will miss the rest of the 2024-25 season with a broken foot, Jeff Goodman of TheFieldof68.com reports.

Impact This is a devastating blow for the Horned Frogs, as Collins was the engine that kept the offense going. He'll end the campaign with averages of 11.2 points, 4.4 assists and 4.4 rebounds. Expect Noah Reynolds to take over as his replacement going forward.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Collins scores 16, Wenzel 15 and TCU rallies to beat Xavier 76-72 in Big 12/Big East Battle game

Frankie Collins scored 16 points, Brendan Wenzel added 15 and TCU beat Xavier 76-72 in a Big 12/Big East Battle game on Thursday night

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • Associated Press

Leads way for Horned Frogs Collins logged 16 points (7-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Thursday's 76-72 victory over Xavier.

Impact Collins led the way for the Horned Frogs, posting his third-straight game with at least 15 points after having not achieved that feat during any of the first five games this season. It was also the third time this season he's achieved at least 14 points, seven boards and five assists. Across the last three games, Collins has averaged 35.3 minutes per contest, collecting 16.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 2.7 steals.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 13, adds six helpers Collins closed Tuesday's 76-71 win over Texas State with 13 points (6-8 FG, 1-3 FT), one rebound, six assists and one steal across 32 minutes.

Impact Collins played 32 minutes, leading the team with six helpers while also adding 13 points on just eight shots. The Arizona State transfer is off to a solid start this season for the Horned Frogs, averaging 11.3 points, 4.3 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 1.7 steals across 28.3 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Key contributor in win Collins ended Saturday's 73-61 win over Washington State with 14 points (6-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists and one steal over 33 minutes.

Impact Collins and Jose Perez (16 points) led Arizona State's offense in a balanced attack. Collins' wasn't overly efficient, but Washington State posting 3-for-18 shooting from deep opened the door for the Sun Devils to emerge victorious. Collins is averaging 14.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.8 steals on 43.3 percent shooting across his last five games, so Saturday's performance represents a continuation of his consistent production.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Perez leads Arizona State to 82-67 win over Bronny James, USC

Jose Perez helped Arizona State beat USC, 82-67, to end a seven-game regular-season losing streak against the Trojans.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Frankie Collins scores 25 with 6 steals; ASU erases 16-point deficit, beats Cal 71-69

Frankie Collins scored 17 of his career-high 25 points in the second half to help Arizona State rally from a 16-point second-half deficit to beat California 71-69

JANUARY 1, 2024 • Associated Press

Does it all in win Collins finished with 17 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and four steals in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 76-74 victory over SMU.

Impact Collins reprised his role as a crunch-time hero for the Sun Devils, guiding a comeback after trailing for the majority of the second half. He's excelled at turning defense to offense this season, averaging 3.5 steals per game and spending 28.6 percent of his possessions in transition -- ranking in the 83rd percentile nationwide.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE