JEMARL BAKER NEWS

Logs first DNP of season Baker (undisclosed) did not take the court in Tuesday's 99-86 victory over Utah State.

Impact There have been some wild and conflicting rumors floating around about Baker sustaining a serious lower-body injury, but so far, nothing official from the school or a reliable reporter has been disclosed. Baker picked up starter's minutes earlier in the season while Jamal Mashburn was battling a thumb injury, but the former had came off the bench in four consecutive contests leading up to Tuesday. On Saturday against SDSU, he was held scoreless for the second consecutive game and played a season-low four minutes. Something is up here, and while Baker wasn't a reliable fantasy asset with Mashburn back anyway, he becomes impossible to count on until the school provides an update on his health.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Baker's 18 help New Mexico defeat Louisiana Tech 74-65

Led by Jemarl Baker Jr.'s 18 points, the New Mexico Lobos defeated the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 74-65 on Wednesday night

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • Associated Press

Struggles in loss Baker posted six points (2-15 FG, 2-8 3Pt), four rebounds and six assists over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 67-65 loss to Colorado State.

Impact The senior struggled in Wednesday's loss to Colorado State, making just two field goals on 15 attempts. This came as a surprise as Baker was coming off a 43 point performance against Chicago State. The guard is averaging 12.5 points and 3.0 rebounds this season.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Baker's 10 3s, 43 points help Fresno St. beat Chicago State

Jemarl Baker Jr. tied a program record with 10 3-pointers and scored 43 points as the Fresno State Bulldogs beat the Chicago State Cougars 108-72

MARCH 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Andre's 26 lead Fresno State past Air Force 74-69

Led by Eduardo Andre's 26 points, the Fresno State Bulldogs defeated the Air Force Falcons 74-69 on Tuesday night

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • Associated Press

Baker leads Fresno State against San Jose State after 23-point performance

Fresno State hosts the San Jose State Spartans after Jemarl Baker Jr. scored 23 points in Fresno State's 82-79 victory over the UNLV Rebels

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • Associated Press

Baker has 23, Fresno State beats UNLV 82-79

Led by Jemarl Baker Jr.'s 23 points, the Fresno State Bulldogs defeated the UNLV Rebels 82-79

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Tough shooting in return Baker chipped in three points (1-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Saturday's 76-63 win over UNLV.

Impact Baker last appeared in a game Jan. 7 and had missed the team's last two contest with a knee injury, so there was understandable some rust here. The shot volume was also a bit lower, as he had averaged 14.0 field goals attempted per game over the four contests he appeared in prior to injury, two of which resulted in 20-point efforts. Baker will look to return to form Tuesday when the Bulldogs hit the road to face a Boise State team that is off to a 5-2 start in MWC play.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in return against UNLV Baker (knee) is in the starting five for Saturday's game versus the Running Rebels.

Impact Baker will return to the starting lineup after missing back-to-back contests with a knee injury. The senior shooting guard has averaged 11.9 points, 2.5 points and 2.5 assists over 14 starts this season. He'll return along with starting point guard Isaiah Hill, who also missed Fresno State's previous game with a concussion.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Considered game-time call Baker (knee) is a game-time decision for Saturday's game against UNLV, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Baker is now in jeopardy of missing his third consecutive contest as a result of a knee injury. Should the 6-foot-5 guard eventually be ruled out this weekend, Destin Whitaker and Steven Vasquez would both likely see a bump in playing time behind Donavan Yap and Jordan Campbell.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Saturday Baker (knee) is out Saturday, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Baker's next opportunity to return is when the Bulldogs host UNLV on Saturday.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Saturday Baker (knee) will be a game-time decision ahead of Saturday's game versus Air Force, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact It will be a game-time decision for the senior as he is dealing with a knee injury that kept him out last game. The guard is averaging 11.9 points and 2.5 assists per game this season.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Baker will not play in Tuesday's game at San Jose State for an undisclosed reason, Jordan Majewski of SBNation.com reports.

Impact It is unclear what issue Baker is dealing with, but he will not be able to give it a go Tuesday. In his absence, look for Donavan Yap to see an increased role in the backcourt.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Utah State hosts Baker and Fresno State

Fresno State visits the Utah State Aggies after Jemarl Baker Jr. scored 20 points in the Bulldogs' 58-53 victory over the Wyoming Cowboys

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Hill nets 17, Fresno State knocks off CSU Bakersfield 56-48

Led by Isaiah Hill's 17 points, the Fresno State Bulldogs defeated the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners 56-48 on Tuesday

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • Associated Press

Not starting Saturday Baker isn't starting Saturday's matchup against Sacramento State.

Impact Baker has started all nine of Fresno State's games this season, so his omission from the starting lineup suggests he won't be available. However, he hasn't been officially labeled with an injury, so for now, it appears he'll be operating off the bench, though fantasy managers should probably still steer shy of including Baker in any lineups.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in win Baker had 16 points (6-13 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 65-56 win over CSUN.

Impact The senior has impressed so far this season as he has quickly become one of the top scoring options for the Bulldogs. Despite shooting just 38.1 percent from the field this season, he is still averaging 10.1 points per game through eight games played. Expect Baker's field goal percentage to increase as the year continues since he still is seeing plenty of opportunity averaging 29.5 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Yap scores 17 as Fresno State defeats Cal State Northridge

Donavan Yap scored 17 points off of the bench to help lead the Fresno State Bulldogs over the CSU Northridge Matadors 65-56 on Wednesday

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Doubtful to return this season Baker (knee) is doubtful to play again this season for Fresno State Jackson Moore of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact This news comes as a major blow to the Bulldogs basketball program as they will likely be without one of their starting guards for the remainder of the season. Baker has missed extensive time this season with knee issues, but started in two games for Fresno State, averaging 8.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, two assists and 1.2 steals on 24.4 minutes per game this season.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Baker (knee) did not play in Tuesday's 79-59 win over San Jose State.

Impact Baker has now missed four consecutive games for Fresno State and has appeared in only five of the Bulldogs' 15 games. The 6-foot-5 guard has averaged 8.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, two assists, and 1.2 steals on 24.4 minutes per game during his limited appearances this season. Baker's next opportunity to return will be Friday when Fresno State takes on UNLV, but the there is no timetable on Baker's injury at this point.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses third straight Baker (knee) did not take the court Tuesday against Boise State.

Impact Make that three consecutive absences for the Arizona transfer, who has been solid when on the floor but unable to stay healthy, appearing in just five of a possible 14 games this season. His next chance to take the court will be Saturday against Air Force, though no details have yet emerged on a return timetable, so Baker should be considered out indefinitely.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Did not play Thursday Baker (knee) did not play Thursday against Weber State.

Impact Baker remains out and has now missed two games in a row and seven of his last 10 appearances. He hasn't started a contest since Nov. 15, either, so his fantasy upside shouldn't be very high even when he returns to action. His next chance to play will be Tuesday at Boise State.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Baker (knee) won't play in Tuesday's game against Utah, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Baker's injury appears to be the same issue he was battling during the beginning of the season, as the senior missed six straight matchups from Nov. 23 to Dec. 4. Thus, Baker's next opportunity to return to the floor looms Thursday against Weber State.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Baker scores 18 to lead Fresno St. past UC Irvine 63-55

Jemarl Baker had 18 points off the bench to carry Fresno State to a 63-55 win over UC Irvine

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • Associated Press

Logs 23 minutes in return Baker (knee) amassed four points (2-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt), four rebounds and one steal across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 71-63 loss to San Francisco.

Impact Baker missed five consecutive games due to a knee injury, but he returned for a tough matchup against the undefeated Dons and served as the team's leading reserve. The Arizona transfer did start the only two other games he's appeared in this year, and given he started 12 games in the Pac-12 in 2020-21, a return to the starting five seems almost inevitable. That spot would most likely be at the expense of Leo Colimerio, but we won't see for certain until Saturday's matchup against UC-Irvine.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE