Justin Moore - College Basketball News & Rumors

Still not 100 percent Coach Jay Wright said Monday that Moore is trying to manage an ankle injury, but barring a significant setback, he isn't expected to miss any time, Eugene Rapay of The Journal News...

Impact Moore has played 35-plus minutes in back-to-back games after missing a Feb. 5 win over Connecticut due to an ankle injury. Fellow backcourt player Collin Gillespie is also dealing with an ankle injury, but Wright has made it clear that he believes shutting them down for an extended period may impact their ability to finish the campaign.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moore comes alive late, No. 15 Villanova edges Seton Hall

Justin Moore scored 14 of his 16 points in the second half and No. 15 Villanova rallied from a seven-point deficit to beat Seton Hall 73-67 Saturday

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • Associated Press

Back in the starting lineup Moore (ankle) is back in the starting lineup for the game versus Seton Hall on Saturday, Kevin Cooney of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Moore has averaged 15.1 points per game as a starter and should see similar results today. Fellow starter Collin Gillespie also returned so Villanova should be much better offensively in this game.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should play Saturday Coach Jay Wright said Moore (ankle) didn't practice Friday but is expected to play Saturday versus Seton Hall, Adam Zagoria of ZagsBlog.com reports.

Impact Moore posted 16 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-10 FT), five rebounds, one block and one steal across 35 minutes during Tuesday's win over St. John's after missing one game with the ankle issue, and he's expected to play through the injury again Saturday. He's averaging 15.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.2 steals in 34.0 minutes per contest, so his availability is significant for Villanova.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Effective in return Moore accumulated 16 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-10 FT), five rebounds, one block and one steal across 35 minutes during Tuesday's 75-69 win over St. John's.

Impact After missing Saturday's game against Connecticut with an ankle injury, Moore returned to the starting lineup and had his highest point total since Jan. 25. Moore struggled with turnovers, committing five, but was otherwise effective. Villanova continues its season Saturday against Seton Hall.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moore scores 16 to help No. 15 Villanova hold off St John's

Justin Moore scored 16 points on a sore ankle and No. 15 Villanova held off a furious late charge by St. John’s in a 75-69 victory at Madison Square Garden

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Starting Tuesday Moore (ankle) will be starting versus St. John's on Tuesday.

Impact Moore missed the game agaisnt Uconn with an ankle injury so its good news that the starting shooting guard will be on the court Tuesday. Moore might be a little restricted in minutes if the ankle is still bothering him.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Tuesday Moore (ankle) is warming up ahead of Tuesday's against St. John's, Kevin Connelly of Storm The Paint reports.

Impact This is a good indication that Moore will be available to play. The junior is currently posting 15.1 points and 5.0 rebounds in 22 starts with the Wildcats, but missed the team's last matchup with an ankle injury.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be game-time decision Moore (ankle) will be a game-time decision ahead of Tuesday's matchup against St. John's, Adam Zagoria of ZagsBlog.com reports.

Impact Moore missed his first game of the season Saturday due to an ankle injury and may be in jeopardy of missing a second consecutive contest. If he's sidelined again, Caleb Daniels will likely draw another start.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Saturday Moore (ankle) will miss Saturday's game against UConn, John Fanta of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Moore is set for his first absence of the 2021-22 season Saturday due to an ankle injury that first hit the airwaves Friday and left him questionable. His absence will leave the Wildcats down a big piece in the backcourt and grants Caleb Daniels his first opportunity in the starting lineup this season. Moore's next chance to see the floor comes Tuesday against St. John's.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not in warmups Moore (ankle) did not participate in warmups prior to the game versus Connecticut on Saturday, Sidelines Sports Network reports.

Impact Moore has not missed a game this season but if he can't go in Saturday's game which is where all signs are pointing to then Bryan Antoine would be the most likely choice to take his role in the upcoming game.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Saturday Moore (ankle) is a game-time decision for Saturday's game against Connecticut, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Moore has been dealing with an ankle injury and will test things out in pregame warmups before his status is determined. He is a key part of the rotation who logs 34 minutes per game, so if he's limited, Villanova will have to turn to Brandon Slater and Jermaine Samuels at small forward and power forward in all likelihood. Confirmation on Moore's status figures to come closer to Villanova's noon eastern tip.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with ankle issue Moore is questionable for Saturday's game against Connecticut due to an ankle injury, Adam Zagoria of ZagsBlog.com reports.

Impact Moore presumably picked up the injury during Wednesday's 83-73 loss to Marquette, when he was held to seven points (2-11 FG, 0-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, five assists and four steals in 38 minutes. Bryan Antoine (ankle) is set to return after missing the past two games, and he could have an expanded role if Moore is unavailable.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads scoring in win Moore amassed 16 points (6-17 FG, 4-10 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 67-43 win over DePaul.

Impact Moore has been electric since the layoff, averaging 16.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, two assists and one steal during 34 minutes over the last nine games. The junior recorded his highest three-point attempt total in 10 games and slightly raised his three-point percentage as well. He has shot 39 percent from three-point territory this season and will seek to use his ability to stretch the floor in Saturday's game against St. John's.

JANUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assist leader in win Moore contributed 15 points (4-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal in 28 minutes during Sunday's 82-42 win over Butler.

Impact Moore has averaged 15.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.2 steals during 33.2 minutes over 17 appearances this season. The junior distributed his highest assist total in 12 games, opting for others to run up the score. Villanova is on a five-game win streak and Moore will look to help keep it alive against Marquette on Wednesday.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No. 14 Villanova wins 6th in a row, routs Butler 82-42 Collin Gillespie hit five 3-pointers and scored 17 points, and Justin Moore scored 15 points to lead No. 14 Villanova to its sixth straight...

JANUARY 16, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Goes for 21 points Saturday Moore closed with 21 points (5-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 8-9 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Saturday's 79-64 win over DePaul.

Impact Moore was dealing with a hamstring issue, but it appeared to be a non-factor Saturday. His is now averaging 18.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.3 three-pointers, and 1.5 steals over the last four games.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Collin Gillespie, Justin Moore carry Villanova past DePaul in 79-64 victory

JANUARY 9, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Starting Saturday Moore (hamstring) will start Saturday against DePaul.

Impact After going through warmups, Moore is ready to go and will make his 15th start. Moore averages 15.3 points per game, a career-best mark.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Taking part in warmups Moore (hamstring) is taking part in warmups ahead of Saturday's game versus DePaul, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Moore looks to be in a good spot to take the floor for the Wildcats after being deemed questionable leading up to the contest due to a hamstring issue. The release of the starting five should tell a better story about just how much or how likely he is to play, but it certainly looks promising based on warmups.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable to face DePaul Moore is considered questionable for Saturday's game against DePaul due to a hamstring injury but has a better chance to play than teammate Brandon Slater (ankle), Mike Jensen of T...

Impact Losing both Moore and Slater for a Saturday's game would be a big blow to the Wildcats' rotation, but it sounds like Moore still has a decent chance to suit up. His status should be clarified when Villanova takes the floor for pregame warmups Saturday. the return of Caleb Daniels from a two-game absence should at least help bolster any rotational losses.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moore, Samuels lead No. 19 Villanova to rout of Creighton Justin Moore scored 22 points and Jermaine Samuels added 18 to lead No. 19 Villanova to a 75-41 victory over Creighton

JANUARY 6, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Chips in 13 points Moore contributed 13 points (5-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one block and two steals across 36 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 73-67 victory over Seton Hall.

Impact Moore finished a layup in the waning seconds of the first half to put the Wildcats up three at halftime. The junior committed a career-high six turnovers prior to fouling out. Despite being a solid offensive contributor he will look to prove the errors were just a result of postponement-induced rust, starting with Creighton on Wednesday.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leading scorer in victory Moore recorded 17 points (7-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three rebounds, two steals and one assist in 36 minutes during Tuesday's 71-58 win over Xavier.

Impact Moore led Villanova in scoring and recorded his most efficient night from three-point range since his first game this season. The junior has consistently demanded attention from the defense, through his last six performances he has logged a team-leading 83 shot attempts. The guard has earned the right to be aggressive on offense by taking care of the ball, he has only logged six turnovers over that same eager stretch.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Moore, Daniels lead No. 23 Villanova past No. 18 Xavier

Justin Moore scored 12 of his 17 points after halftime and Caleb Daniels added 16 points to lead No. 23 Villanova to a 71-58 victory over No. 18 Xavier

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • Associated Press

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Moore comes alive late, No. 15 Villanova edges Seton Hall

Moore scores 16 to help No. 15 Villanova hold off St John's

Collin Gillespie, Justin Moore carry Villanova past DePaul in 79-64 victory

Moore, Daniels lead No. 23 Villanova past No. 18 Xavier