Gavin Griffiths - College Basketball News & Rumors

Commits to Temple Griffiths will transfer to Temple, per Travis Branham of 247Sports.com.

Impact The former Nebraska Cornhusker and Rutgers Scarlet Knight will now leave the Big Ten after two seasons. Griffiths transferred out of Rutgers after his freshman season only to see his playing time plummet in Lincoln. In 2024-2025, he averaged 2.1 points and 1.6 rebounds across 8.5 minutes. He'll look to finally blossom into a full-time starter with the Owls.

APRIL 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving Nebraska Griffiths has entered the NCAA transfer portal, Brian Fonseca of NJ.com reports.

Impact Griffiths will depart from Nebraska after spending one season with the Cornhuskers. The 6-foot-7 sophomore, who previously appeared with Rutgers, averaged 2.1 points, 1.6 rebounds and 0.8 assists on 8.5 minutes per game with Nebraska (16 games).

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Griffiths (ankle) won't play in Nebraska's tilt against Boise State in the College Basketball Crown, Robin Washut of On3.com reports.

Impact Griffiths has played sparingly this season, and he'll now miss his third straight game. When he does play, he's a limited participant, averaging 2.1 points and 1.6 rebounds across 8.5 minutes. If Nebraska advances to the championship round, that'll be Griffiths final chance to play this season.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Wednesday Griffiths (ankle) will not play in Wednesday's matchup against Georgetown, Justin Frommer of Hastings Tribune reports.

Impact Griffiths will miss back-to-back games as the season closes out du to an ankle injury suffered against Iowa. The 6-foot-7 guard averaged 2.1 points and 1.6 rebounds on 8.5 minutes across 16 appearances.

APRIL 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in sweats during warmups Griffiths (ankle) was seen on sweats and on the bench during warmups, so he's not expected to play Monday at Arizona State, Justin Frommer of Hashtags Tribune reports.

Impact Griffiths was not taking part in warmups, so he's not expected to suit up for this matchup. It's unclear if he'll be available for the rest of the Crown Tournament.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Griffiths (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against Arizona State.

Impact Griffiths will likely be a game-time decision for Monday's contest against the Sun Devils. He's been limited to just 8.5 minutes per game in his 16 outings off the bench this season, however, so he's not expected to have a big role in the rotation even if healthy.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle injury Griffiths is dealing with an ankle injury and it's uncertain if he'll be available to face Arizona State on Monday, Robin Washut of On3.com reports.

Impact The nature of the injury is uncertain, but the fact that head coach Fred Hoiberg said the issue was "minor" suggests that Griffiths might have a shot at being available Monday, at least in a limited capacity. He's been limited to 16 outings off the bench this season, averaging 2.1 points and 1.6 rebounds per game, so his fantasy appeal won't be very high.

MARCH 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gavin Griffiths blocks a dunk then hits 3-pointer to seal Nebraska's 77-43 victory over Southern

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Productive in rout Griffiths notched eight points (3-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 23 minutes during Wednesday's 86-60 victory over FDU.

Impact Griffiths was effective on both ends of the court as the Cornhuskers took down FDU with ease. The 6-foot-7 sophomore transfer from Rutgers has averaged five points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and one block on 16.7 minutes per game across Nebraska's first three contests, and he appears likely to play consistent minutes off the bench for the Cornhuskers this season.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wrist no longer problem Griffiths (wrist) is fully cleared for basketball-related activities, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Griffiths sat out Nebraska's summer workouts to undergo surgery on his right wrist and get that sorted. Not even multiple months later, he is already fully cleared and ready to make an impact on Nebraska's basketball program. Now, the question is whether or not Griffiths can exceed his output from Rutgers, for whom he averaged 5.8 points and 2.2 rebounds across 32 games.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes wrist procedure Griffiths (wrist) underwent a procure on his right wrist and will miss the remainder of summer workouts, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Griffiths will miss the rest of summer workouts while recovering from the procedure, though he is expected to return to action in September. The 6-foot-8 transfer from Rutgers averaged 5.8 points and 2.2 rebounds per game for the Scarlet Knights last season.

JULY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nebraska Basketball transfer portal tracker A look at the comings and goings with Nebraska basketball and the transfer portal this offseason.

JUNE 6, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Nebraska Basketball transfer portal tracker A look at the comings and goings with Nebraska basketball and the transfer portal this offseason.

APRIL 23, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Nebraska makes Gavin Griffiths addition official Nebraska officially added another key piece out of the portal in Rutgers' transfer Gavin Griffiths.

APRIL 17, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Rutgers transfer Gavin Griffiths finds new home, is staying in Big Ten Rutgers transfer Gavin Griffiths has found a new home ... and it's in the Big Ten.

APRIL 16, 2024 • NJ.COM

Gavin Griffiths expected to visit Nebraska later this week The former Rutgers player was a highly rated recruit in the last class.

APRIL 8, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Enters transfer portal Griffiths entered the NCAA's transfer portal Thursday, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Griffiths has three seasons of collegiate eligibility remaining. Considering he was a top prospect even before he began his college career, the freshman is expected to garner significant interest this offseason.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in defeat Griffiths ended Wednesday's 65-51 loss to Maryland with 16 points (5-12 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and three rebounds over 33 minutes.

Impact Griffiths led the Scarlet Knights with 16 points as Rutgers was taken down by the Terrapins on Wednesday. The 6-foot-8 freshman will close out his freshman season averaging 5.8 points, 2.2 rebounds and 0.6 assists on 17.8 minutes per game, appearing all in 32 games (three starts). Griffiths has room for improvement shooting the ball after posting a disappointing 32.4/28.2/60.0 shooting line, but he got involved early on with the program due to his versatility and size.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Griffiths is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Maryland, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Griffiths has seen his playing time increase over the last couple weeks averaging 22.2 MPG over the last six contests. He will get a chance to start in the Big Ten Tournament opener and Austin Williams will return to the bench after starting on Senior Night last time out.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid contribution against Purdue Griffiths posted seven points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Thursday's 96-68 loss to Purdue.

Impact Griffiths chipped in seven points, six rebounds, three assists and a steal as the Scarlet Knights were dismantled by the Boilermakers on Thursday night. The 6-foot-8 freshman has appeared in all 26 games this season (two starts), averaging 5.2 points, 1.8 rebounds and 0.5 assists on 16.5 minutes per game. The freshman forward continues to struggle to settle into his shot, maintaining a 31.5/24.4/56.5 shooting line on the season.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 in defeat Griffiths closed Wednesday's 61-46 loss to Penn State with 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 24 minutes.

Impact Griffiths was one of just two players to finish above 50 percent from the field for the Scarlet Knights in a disappointing defeat against the Nittany Lions. The 6-foot-8 freshman has seen action in all 20 games this season (two starts), averaging 6.3 points and two rebounds on 17.2 minutes per game. Griffiths has struggled to find his shot at any level, currently maintaining shooting splits of 35.0/27.7/52.4, but he will look to build upon a solid outing against Penn State moving forward.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rutgers basketball bashes Boston U. as Gavin Griffiths dazzles in home debut Rutgers basketball defeated Boston University in its home opener on Friday night.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • NJ.COM

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Gavin Griffiths blocks a dunk then hits 3-pointer to seal Nebraska's 77-43 victory over Southern