Liam McNeeley - College Basketball News & Rumors

Should be at full strength Friday McNeeley (ankle) is expected to be good to go for UConn against St. John's on Friday, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact McNeeley missed his eighth straight game in the Huskies' win over Marquette on Saturday, but is now expected to make his return against the Johnnies, the team currently at the top of the table in the Big East. The star freshman's return would be huge - McNeeley averages 13.6 points, 5.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists this season.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Marquette McNeeley (ankle) won't play against Marquette on Saturday night, Joe Arruda of the Hartford Courant reports.

Impact McNeeley will now miss his eighth straight game. Jaylin Stewart figures to start for the Huskies once again in his absence. It's a tough break for UConn, especially considering McNeeley was on the court early warming up, clearly trying to give it a go. His next chance to play will come on Feb. 7 against St. John's.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Getting up shots pregame McNeeley (ankle) was spotted warming up prior to UConn's tilt with Marquette, Joe Arruda of the Hartford Courant reports.

Impact There's still no official word on McNeeley's availability, but it's clearly a good sign for the Huskies that their star freshman is warming up. Even if he plays, McNeeley's minutes are expected to be heavily limited, meaning more playing time for the likes of Jaylin Stewart.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

May be restricted McNeeley (ankle) may be restricted for Connecticut's game Saturday at Marquette, according to Pete Thamel of ESPN.

Impact Connecticut's head coach Dan Hurley told Thamel that an available McNeeley would be limited to 15 minutes at Marquette. Considering his latest update, Jaylin Stewart is expected to be part of UConn's starting lineup Saturday, regardless of whether or not McNeeley is available.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

GTD Saturday McNeeley (ankle) will be a game-time decision for Saturday's showdown with Marquette, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact McNeeley, who has missed seven-straight games with an ankle injury, will come down to a game-time call against the Golden Eagles this weekend. The 6-foot-7 freshman, who is averaging 13.6 points, 5.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists across 14 starts this season, would be a massive return for the Huskies in a clash of Big East titans if he is able to return.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Wednesday McNeeley (ankle) will not appear in Wednesday's game against DePaul, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact McNeeley is set to miss his seventh-consecutive game as the result of an ankle injury as the Huskies host the Blue Demons. The 6-foot-7 freshman, who started in his first 14 game with the program, will have his next chance to return against Marquette on Saturday.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Availability remains uncertain McNeeley (ankle) is still uncertain for UConn's tilt with DePaul on Wednesday night, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Huskies' head coach Dan Hurley told reporters he's "not sure" if McNeeley will be good to go on Wednesday. The star forward has missed six straight games, and from the sounds of it, it could be seven as of Wednesday night. The freshman, who averages 13.6 points, 5.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists, will get his next chance to play on Feb. 1 versus Marquette if he's forced to miss Wednesday night's game.

JANUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Saturday McNeeley (ankle) will not appear in Saturday's game against Xavier, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact McNeeley was able to participate in shootaround drills with the team today, but he will remain sidelined for tonight's showdown with the Musketeers. The 6-foot-7 freshman, who is set to miss his sixth-consecutive game, continues to make progress towards a return.

JANUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still out for Huskies McNeeley (ankle) won't play against Butler, Michael DeRosa of Road to the Garden reports.

Impact McNeeley is set to miss his fifth straight game for UConn. The star forward still has no timetable for a return, but it was last reported that he was no longer wearing a boot. Still, there's no timetable for his return at this juncture.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No longer wearing boot McNeeley (ankle) is no longer wearing a walking boot, but he still doesn't have a timetable for his return to the court, Adam Zagoria of NJ.com reports.

Impact Head coach Dan Hurley revealed an encouraging update regarding the star forward, though it's still uncertain when he'll be able to return to the hardwood. McNeeley, a potential first-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, is still doing pool work, and he doesn't have a return date yet. He's scheduled to be back at some point before the end of the current month after sustaining the injury in the 81-68 win over DePaul on Jan. 2.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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No. 11 UConn prepares for next few weeks without injured Liam McNeeley, starting Sunday with Providence STORRS – Dan Hurley prefers Liam McNeeley to be “Thor: God of Thunder” when he’s on the court for th...

JANUARY 4, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Set to miss multiple games Head coach Dan Hurley indicated Saturday that McNeeley suffered a high ankle sprain and will be sidelined for at least the next few games, Joe Arruda of the Hartford Courant report...

Impact McNeeley departed the Huskies' previous game against DePaul because of the ankle injury, and it appears the issue is severe enough to warrant multiple games on the sidelines. As a potential first-round pick, McNeeley could take ample time to return to ensure nothing more comes of the issue. At a minimum, he'll likely a few weeks, as Hurley suggested the end of January as a possible best-case scenario. In the meantime, the Huskies will be without a centerpiece to the offense. McNeeley has averaged 13.6 points, 5.8 boards and 2.6 assists over 30.6 minutes per game this year, which will be difficult to replace.

JANUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

UConn standout Liam McNeeley (ankle) slated for MRI exam UConn standout freshman Liam McNeeley will undergo an MRI exam on Thursday after injuring his right ankle during Wednesday’s 81-68 road vict...

JANUARY 2, 2025 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Liam McNeeley leaves UConn win at DePaul with right ankle injury

UConn freshman Liam McNeeley will have an MRI on his injured right ankle

JANUARY 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Expected to miss at least one game Coach Dan Hurley said Wednesday that McNeeley (ankle) isn't likely to play in Sunday's game against Providence, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact McNeeley sustained the injury in the second half of Wednesday's 81-68 win over DePaul and was spotted wearing a walking boot on the bench. He logged nine points (3-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block across 25 minutes before exiting. Hurley expressed optimism McNeeley wouldn't be out for an extended period but it appears the Huskies will be without the star freshman against the Friars.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Wednesday McNeeley has been ruled out for the rest of Wednesday's game against Depaul with an ankle injury, Joe Arruda of the Hartford Courant reports.

Impact McNeeley suffered the injury in the second half and needed to be helped off the floor. He was ruled out shortly after. The 6-7 freshman has been a key contributor from the get-go, totaling double figure scoring in all but two games so far. Specifics on the severity of the ankle injury has yet to be confirmed. The Huskies next play Sunday against Providence and it's likely Jayden Ross or Jaylin Stewart who steps into the starting five if McNeeley is unable to go.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 11 UConn hosts Xavier following McNeeley's 26-point game

No. 11 UConn hosts the Xavier Musketeers after Liam McNeeley scored 26 points in UConn's 77-71 victory over the Gonzaga Bulldogs

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • Associated Press

Dom Amore: Bright lights, big city provide stage for UConn and Liam McNeeley's coming-out party NEW YORK - Liam McNeeley stepped out onto the floor at Madison Square Garden, where the lights are a...

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

A star is born: UConn's Liam McNeeley embraces 'great first experience' playing at MSG

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DECEMBER 15, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

A star is born: UConn's Liam McNeeley embraces 'great first experience' playing at MSG

Liam McNeeley leads No. 18 UConn past No. 8 Gonzaga Liam McNeeley scored a career-best 26 points and grabbed eight rebounds as No.18 UConn recorded a 77-71 victory over No.8 Gonzaga on Saturda...

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Liam McNeeley leads No. 18 UConn past No. 8 Gonzaga Liam McNeeley scored a career-best 26 points and grabbed eight rebounds as No.18 UConn recorded a 77-71 victory over No.8 Gonzaga on Saturda...

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Liam McNeeley leads No. 18 UConn past No. 8 Gonzaga Liam McNeeley scored a career-best 26 points and grabbed eight rebounds as No.18 UConn recorded a 77-71 victory over No.8 Gonzaga on Saturda...

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Freshman sensation Liam McNeeley shines as UConn tops Gonzaga at MSG

On a night where UConn star Alex Karaban was ice-cold, freshman standout Liam McNeeley served as the Huskies’ alpha and looked like one of t...

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Freshman sensation Liam McNeeley shines as UConn tops Gonzaga at MSG

McNeeley's moment: Freshman leads No. 18 UConn to 77-71 victory over No. 8 Gonzaga at MSG NEW YORK - Liam McNeeley made himself at home in Madison Square Garden Saturday night as UConn fans ...

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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