Kaosi Ezeagu - College Basketball News & Rumors

Ezeagu leads New Mexico State over Northern New Mexico 76-71

Kaosi Ezeagu scored 14 points to help New Mexico State hold off Northern New Mexico 76-71

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • Associated Press

Sam Houston defeats Santa Clara 58-56 in NIT

Led by Qua Grant's 21 points, the Sam Houston Bearkats defeated the Santa Clara Broncos 58-56 in the first round of the NIT

MARCH 16, 2023 • Associated Press

Grand Canyon beats Sam Houston 78-75 in WAC semifinal

Kobe Knox scored 21 points to lead the Grand Canyon Antelopes and Noah Baumann sealed the victory with a 3-pointer with 51 seconds left as the Antelopes took down the Sam Houston B...

MARCH 11, 2023 • Associated Press

Sam Houston secures 64-59 OT win against SFA

Damon Nicholas Jr. had 15 points in Sam Houston’s 64-59 overtime victory over SFA

MARCH 2, 2023 • Associated Press

Grant scores 16, Sam Houston beats California Baptist 56-45

Qua Grant scored 16 points to guide Sam Houston to a 56-45 victory over California Baptist

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • Associated Press

Returns to starting five Ezeagu returned to the starting lineup Thursday versus Utah Valley after a one-game absence and finished with three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and a block across 19 mi...

Impact Ezeagu was not dressed out the last time the team took the floor but returned Thursday to his usual starting role. Despite being a consistent starter, Ezeagu has played more than 20 minutes just once this season and has only scored more than five points once since Nov. 22. He'll look to get going when the team travels to face New Mexico State on Saturday.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Five points in return from COVID protocols Ezeagu amassed five points (1-1 FG, 3-4 FT) and three rebounds in 18 minutes during Wednesday's 60-57 loss to TCU.

Impact Ezeagu missed the previous two games due to COVID protocols. He did not get the start against the Horned Frogs, but still played over his minutes average on the season. Ezeagu is likely to return to the starting five soon.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Wednesday Ezeagu (COVID-19 protocols) is likely to return to action for Wednesday's game against TCU, Arne Green of the Topeka Capital-Journal reports.

Impact Ezeagu is set to return for the Wildcats ahead of Wednesday's matchup with conference rival TCU. Ezeagu has started in 12 games this season, contributing 6.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 0.4 blocks on 15.7 minutes per game. The 6-foot-10 center will try and help Kansas State get back on track after starting 0-3 in Big 12 play.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Ezeagu (COVID-19 protocols) won't play Saturday against West Virginia, Grant Flanders of Rivals.com reports.

Impact The Wildcats will be shorthanded in the frontcourt once again Saturday, as Ezeagu, Davion Bradford and Logan Landers will all be out due to COVID-19 protocols. Ismael Massoud and Carlton Linguard should see increased usage.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Ezeagu will sit out Tuesday's game against Texas due to COVID-19 health and safety protocols, Alec Ausmus of KSN News Wichita reports.

Impact Ezeagu has started every game this season for the Wildcats but is one of a plethora of players who will miss out on the action Tuesday due to COVID-19 moving through the locker room. His next chance to join back in arrives Saturday versus West Virginia.

JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Puts in eight in rout Ezeagu chipped in eight points (3-4 FG, 2-4 FT), three rebounds and one block over 16 minutes during Wednesday's 71-43 victory over Albany.

Impact Ezeagu has now started all six games this season, matching his total from last season. The redshirt junior is averaging 7.7 points and 4.5 rebounds per contest while shooting over 77 percent from the field. The Wildcats will take on Wichita State on Sunday next.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Effective in return Ezeagu (knee) returned and registered seven points (3-6 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, two blocks and one assist across 12 minutes during Tuesday's 76-50 loss to Oklahoma.

Impact Ezeagu had not played since Dec. 5 while dealing with a knee injury, but he performed well over his limited appearance, scoring seven points while protecting the rim with a pair of blocks. Ezeagu's return may send Davion Bradford, who started every game during Ezeagu's absence, back to the bench while Ezeagu reclaims his role. Through five games this season, Ezeagu is averaging 7.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 0.6 assists over 21.4 minutes per game.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could see a few minutes Tuesday Coach Bruce Weber indicated in his pregame show that he hopes to get Ezeagu (knee) some minutes Tuesday versus Oklahoma, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Based on Weber' comments, it seems Ezeagu is relatively healthy for the first time since Dec. 5. The sophomore started the first four games of the year and averaged 23.8 minutes over that span but appears set for a gradual return to avoid setbacks with his knee.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play Saturday Ezeagu (knee) is not expected to play in Saturday's game against Texas, Kellis Robinett of The Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Ezeagu will likely miss his tenth straight game Saturday due to a knee injury. Luke Kasubke (foot) and Nijel Pack (COVID-19) will also miss the contest. Davion Bradford, who has stepped in and started in place of Ezeagu over the past nine games, will look to continue holding things down at center for Kansas State.

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Status for Saturday unclear Ezeagu's (knee) status for Saturday's game is cloudy at this point, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Ezeagu is expected to return before the end of January, but it sounds as though Saturday hasn't been ruled out as a potential return date. The sophomore averaged north of 20 minutes per contest during the first four games this season, so his return could help a Wildcats team that is expected to be shorthanded.

JANUARY 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back at end of month Ezeagu (knee) is expected to return at the end of January, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Ezeagu hasn't played since Dec. 5 against UNLV after suffering a knee injury. He appears to be progressing in his rehab, as he's expected back at the end of the month. Davion Bradford has seen the bulk of Ezeagu's vacated minutes over the past month, averaging 9.1 points and 5.1 rebounds over 23.0 minutes per game over the past eight contests. Carlton Linguard has also found an increased role during the same span, though it's small and shouldn't garner fantasy consideration.

JANUARY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Saturday Ezeagu (knee) won't play Saturday against TCU, Grant Flanders of Rivals.com reports.

Impact This will be the seventh consecutive game Ezeagu has missed due to injury. Davion Bradford appears in line for another start, as he has in every game Ezeagu's missed. Over that span, Bradford is averaging 8.2 points and 4.5 rebounds over 22.7 minutes.

JANUARY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to suit up Tuesday Ezeagu (knee) is unlikely to play in Tuesday's game against Omaha, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Ezeagu is one of three players for the Wildcats battling injury. The 6-10 sophomore has made good progress, but still needs a little time to get back to full strength. We'll have to see if Ezeagu is able to give it a go on Saturday against TCU.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Could return before new year Ezeagu (knee) could return after Christmas, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Head coach Bruce Weber said Tuesday that Ezeagu could return before the end of the calendar year following a knee procedure earlier in December. The team's only remaining game after Christmas and before the new year comes Dec. 29 against Omaha. Through four games, the sophomore is averaging 7.5 points and 3.5 rebounds across 23.8 minutes. While he's been sidelined, Davion Bradford has started the past three games at center, posting 12.0 points and 4.3 rebounds over 26.0 minutes.

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes knee procedure Ezeagu underwent a knee procedure this week and will require several weeks to recover, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Ezeagu missed the Wildcats' last two games with a knee issue, and he'll now be sidelined while recovering from a procedure. Davion Bradford should start at center while Ezeagu is unavailable.

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Friday Ezeagu (knee) isn't in the starting lineup Friday against Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Impact Ezeagu didn't appear in Tuesday's contest due to a knee issue, and he won't play Friday. He was seen in crutches prior to the game, and Davion Bradford will start at center in his absence.

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out with knee injury Ezeagu (knee) won't play in Tuesday's game versus Fort Hays State, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Ezeagu started the first four games of the year, averaging 23.8 minutes per game. In his place, Davion Bradford will start at center. Ezeagu's next opportunity to play is Friday against Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Starting opener Ezeagu (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's opener versus Drake, Ryan Black of The Manhattan Mercury reports.

Impact Ezeagu had missed some practice recently, so his presence in the starting lineup is certainly a welcomed sight. The big man didn't play much last season at UTEP but figures to be a significant contributor in the frontcourt for the Wildcats after averaging 3.2 points and 3.4 rebounds as a freshman back in 2018-19.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Missed time in practice Ezeagu has missed time in practice recently, John Kurtz of KMAN reports.

Impact Coach Bruce Weber said that he has an idea of what he'd like his starting five to be, but injuries and COVID-19 situations have caused that to be questionable for the opener. Ezeagu was one player that is expected to start, but that has not been in recent practices for an undisclosed reason. He should be a game-time decision Wednesday against Drake.

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

KStateOnline - K-State's Ezeagu immediately eligible Kansas State's Kaosi Ezeagu has been granted immediate eligibility.

MAY 27, 2020 • RIVALS.COM

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Ezeagu leads New Mexico State over Northern New Mexico 76-71

Sam Houston defeats Santa Clara 58-56 in NIT

Grand Canyon beats Sam Houston 78-75 in WAC semifinal

Sam Houston secures 64-59 OT win against SFA

Grant scores 16, Sam Houston beats California Baptist 56-45