Justin Kier - College Basketball News & Rumors

Performs well in spot start Kier closed Friday's 82-72 victory over Colorado with 13 points (3-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal over 32 minutes.

Impact Kier was thrust into the starting lineup with Kerr Kriisa out. The guard played 32 minutes and will likely see a similar workload if Kriisa remains out.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No. 2 Arizona rides into Pac-12 tournament with top seeding

The second-ranked Arizona Wildcats were one of the biggest surprises of the 2021-22 college basketball season

MARCH 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Will start senior day Coach Tommy Lloyd said Kier will start senior day against California on Saturday, Justin Spears of the Arizona Daily Star reports.

Impact Kier made one previous start this season but has primarily been a bench piece for Arizona. The graduate transfer has averaged 6.7 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 19.7 minutes, and he'll rejoin the lineup for the final game of the regular season.

MARCH 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well off bench Kier accumulated 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 24 minutes during Tuesday's 91-71 victory over USC.

Impact Kier reached double figures for the first time in over a month as he saw increased playing time in the blowout victory. He's had a difficult time getting consistent minutes as Arizona is relying heavily on their starters as the season wears on. Over the last five games, Kier is averaging 5.2 points while shooting 31 percent from three.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 14 points Kier posted 14 points (5-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and one assist in 15 minutes during Thursday's 76-55 victory over Colorado.

Impact Kier recorded a season-high 14 points on the strength of his fourth game with three long-range makes. A full-time starter at Georgia last season, Kier has struggled to find significant minutes despite his solid play on a deep and talented Arizona squad. The three-point specialist is shooting 40 percent from three this season.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes 13 points in win Kier notched 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and one steal in 23 minutes during Wednesday's 94-65 victory over Wyoming.

Impact Kier's 13 points tied a season-high as he contributed over half of the team's bench points on the strength of three 3-pointers. The transfer from Georgia has shown increased efficiency with the talent around him, with impressive shooting splits of 52/36/82 this season. Kier has been able to get consistent minutes off-the-bench with his ability to play either guard position.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lloyd looking to get Arizona back on track in first year

Tommy Lloyd’s task in his first season as a head coach will be to return Arizona to a place among the nation’s elite

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • Associated Press

Arizona Basketball gets another playmaker in Georgia transfer Justin Kier Ever since starting guard James Akinjo left Arizona Basketball after the coaching change, the team has been looking for someone that can pot...

MAY 27, 2021 • BUSTINGBRACKETS.COM

Tallies 16 points Saturday Kier had 16 points (5-6 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and two steals during Saturday's loss to South Carolina.

Impact Kier managed exactly 16 points for a second time over the past four games, as this was the senior's 10th time in double figures. Kier is currently posting 9.6 points and 3.7 rebounds across 23 starts with the Bulldogs in 2020-21.

MARCH 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Off to superb start Kier is tallying 12.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game with the Bulldogs this year.

Impact The George Mason transfer is off to a superb start with his new team so far, as Kier is averaging not only double figures but a career best in assists. Kier strung together four straight performances reaching at least 11 points but it ended during Georgia's most recent game Dec. 22.

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Kier scores 18 as Georgia rallies to beat Samford 79-75 ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Justin Kier hit four 3-pointers and finished with 18 points, Sahvir Wheeler added 15 points, five rebounds and six assist...

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Kier scores 18 as Georgia rallies to beat Samford 79-75 Justin Kier hit four 3-pointers and finished with 18 points, Sahvir Wheeler added 15 points, five rebounds and six assists, and Georgia over...

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • SFCHRONICLE.COM

Kier scores 18 as Georgia rallies to beat Samford 79-75

Justin Kier hit four 3-pointers and finished with 18 points, Sahvir Wheeler added 15 points, five rebounds and six assists, and Georgia overcame its slow start to beat Samford 79-7...

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • Associated Press

Starting Friday Kier is in the starting lineup Friday against Jacksonville, Anthony Dasher of UGASports.com reports.

Impact Kier has been held out this season due to a suspension dating bac to an October arrest for reckless driving. Now his suspension has been served and he is good to go against Jacksonville.

DECEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to suspension Kier (undisclosed) is serving a one-game suspension, Marc Weiszer of the Athens Banner-Herald reports.

Impact The grad transfer was arrested in October for reckless driving and three other charges, so the Bulldogs have elected to suspend Kier for Wednesday's matchup. Barring any other news, Kier should be good to go for Georgia's next game against Jacksonville on Friday.

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not dressed Wednesday Kier is not in uniform for Wednesday's game, Anthony Dasher of UGASports.com reports.

Impact The reason behind Kier's absence hasn't been disclosed but it appears he's set to miss the second game of the season for the Bulldogs. His next opportunity to take the floor arrive Friday versus Jacksonville.

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Kier is included in the Bulldogs' starting lineup which entails he will not be suspended by the team for his infractions with the law back in October, Ryne Dennis of USA TODAY repo...

Impact Kier was arrested Oct. 9 for reckless driving and three other charges before posting bond. Head coach Tom Crean said the team would handle the incident internally and it appears as though Kier will go on without a suspension and everyone will move past the situation. Kier had his season cut short a year ago but showcased his scoring abilities in 2018-19 when he averaged 14.5 points and 6.5 rebounds for George Mason. He should immediately make an impact as the successor to 2020 No. 1 overall pick Anthony Edwards.

NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Arrested on driving charges Kier was arrested early Friday morning on four traffic violations, UGASports.com reports.

Impact There were three other undisclosed Georgia basketball players in the vehicle as well. Kier was released on bond the same day. Head coach Tom Crean said the team will handle the incident internally, though it remains to be seen if Kier or his teammates will be suspended for Friday's events.

OCTOBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

George Mason slips by Geo Washington 61-57 behind Kier's 26

MARCH 14, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

Kier's double-double leads George Mason past Rhode Island

Justin Kier scored 19 points with 10 rebounds, making eight of 10 shots, and George Mason beat Rhode Island 84-67

JANUARY 14, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

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No. 2 Arizona rides into Pac-12 tournament with top seeding

Lloyd looking to get Arizona back on track in first year

Kier scores 18 as Georgia rallies to beat Samford 79-75

George Mason slips by Geo Washington 61-57 behind Kier's 26

Kier's double-double leads George Mason past Rhode Island