Marcus Foster - College Basketball News & Rumors

Who is Marcus Foster? Xavier guard has his biggest game vs Texas in NCAA First Four Marcus Foster and Kadin Shedrick met in the 2023 NCAA tourney, with Foster helping Furman to an upset of Shedrick's Virginia team.

MARCH 20 • CINCINNATI.COM

Xavier rallies past Texas in First Four for its biggest comeback win this season

Xavier overcame a 13-point deficit to beat Texas 86-80 in the First Four at Dayton. The Musketeers will move on to face No. 6 seed Illinois.

MARCH 20 • FOX SPORTS

Xavier rallies past Texas in First Four for its biggest comeback win this season

March Madness: Xavier rallies to beat Texas 86-80 in First Four

Marcus Foster scored 22 points and Zach Freemantle added 15 while overcoming foul trouble as Xavier rallied past Texas 86-80 in a First Four game at Dayton

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Leads comeback vs. Longhorns Foster totaled 22 points (8-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and two assists over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 86-80 victory over Texas.

Impact Foster was just about perfect from the field in the come-from-behind win over the Longhorns, making all but one shot and ending the matchup with 22 points. The senior guard especially started heating up in the second half and eventually helped the Musketeers overcome a double-digit deficit. He'll now have to stay hot as Xavier plays Illinois in the Round of 64 on Friday.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

13-game scoring high in win Foster contributed 17 points (5-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 74-69 win over Georgetown.

Impact Foster finally pieced together a solid performance in the win over the Hoyas, making all three of his shots beyond the arc and supplying 17 points and a double-double with 13 rebounds. The senior guard has fallen out of his groove especially in the new year, but this game could be enough to propel him back to a consistent scorer moving forward.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Producing in new ways Foster ended Saturday's 59-57 victory over Marquette with nine points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and three steals in 28 minutes.

Impact Foster was by no means at the top of his game in terms of scoring versus the Golden Eagles, but he produced big on the defensive side of the ball in the big win. The senior guard tied his season-high of three steals, and he also put together a campaign-best eight rebounds. While he's averaging just 5.8 points and 3.8 rebounds in the last five games for the Musketeers, he's still come up big in other areas of the court when Xavier's needed it against tough conference opponents.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 18 points in blowout Foster ended with 18 points (7-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one steal across 21 minutes during Tuesday's 119-58 victory over Morgan State.

Impact Although the matchup ended in a blowout, Foster drew a season-high in points and also popped four threes, which is his best so far this year. The 6-foot-5 senior hasn't been the most consistent producer on offense for the Musketeers so far this year, but he showcased against Morgan State that he can shoot from behind the arc which could be utilized more going forward.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

12 points over Siena Foster provided 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt), five rebounds, five assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 80-55 win over Siena.

Impact Foster popped a season-high 12 points in the Musketeers' blowout win, making both of his three-point attempts. The 6-foot-5 guard hasn't been the hugest offensive contributor even as he has started every game this season, but he may be relied on more heavily in upcoming games versus better talent.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hits transfer portal Foster entered the transfer portal Friday, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.

Impact Foster spent the past four years at Furman and averaged 17.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 steals in 31.3 minutes during the 2023-24 campaign, so he should garner plenty of interest in the portal.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Western Carolina hosts Furman following Foster's 20-point game

Furman visits the Western Carolina Catamounts after Marcus Foster scored 20 points in the Paladins' 82-67 victory against the Wofford Terriers

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • Associated Press

Foster scores 17, Pegues makes late 3 in regulation and Furman beats The Citadel 82-79 in OT

Led by Marcus Foster's 17 points, the Furman Paladins defeated The Citadel Bulldogs 82-79 in overtime on Wednesday night

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • Associated Press

Foster and Furman host Citadel

Furman visits the Citadel Bulldogs after Marcus Foster scored 22 points in the Paladins' 77-67 loss to the Wofford Terriers

JANUARY 30, 2024 • Associated Press

Foster scores 22 as Furman downs Samford 78-68

Led by Marcus Foster's 22 points, the Furman Paladins defeated the Samford Bulldogs 78-68

JANUARY 25, 2024 • Associated Press

Back after hiatus Foster is back and starting for Wednesday's outing with Virginia Military Institute.

Impact Foster missed nine straight games, but will return and start for Furman in their Wednesday night matchup. It is worth noting that he may play in a more limited role as he is coming back from an injury, but him being in the starting lineup after nursing an injury for so long is promising.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing another game Foster (undisclosed) will not play Wednesday's matchup against UNC-Greensboro, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.

Impact Foster will miss his sixth straight game after leaving Furman's December 2nd loss to Princeton. The 6-foot-4 guard averages 19.8 points and 5.5 rebounds, leading his team in both categories, and will look to return Saturday against Chattanooga.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Saturday Foster (undisclosed) did not appear in Saturday's 79-74 loss to Anderson (SC).

Impact Foster's absence was apparent Saturday as Furman dropped a game to Division II Anderson University. The 6-foot-4 senior, who is averaging 19.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.9 steals across eight starts, will be welcomed back with applause if he is able to return Wednesday against UNC-Greensboro.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits game early Saturday Foster (undisclosed) left with an injury in Saturday's 70-69 loss to Princeton and did not return, Kyle Franko of The Trentonian reports.

Impact Foster reportedly went down late in the first half, and he was seen on the bench in street clothes during the second half. He should be considered questionable for Monday's contest at Arkansas. If he's unable to play, JP Pegues could be in line for increased usage, while Ben VanderWal would be a possible replacement in the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Foster's 30 lead Furman over Coastal Carolina 89-80

The Furman Paladins defeated the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 89-80 on Friday night in the Myrtle Beach Invitational, led by Marcus Foster's 30 points

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • Associated Press

Foster scores 18, leads Furman over North Greenville 84-68 in season opener

Led by Marcus Foster's 18 points, the Furman Paladins defeated the North Greenville Crusaders 84-68 in a season opener

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • Associated Press

Foster's 15 help Furman beat East Tennessee State 83-79

Led by Marcus Foster's 15 points, the Furman Paladins defeated the East Tennessee State Buccaneers 83-79

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • Associated Press

UNC Greensboro hosts Foster and Furman

Furman takes on the UNC Greensboro Spartans after Marcus Foster scored 25 points in Furman's 84-66 victory over the Mercer Bears

JANUARY 13, 2023 • Associated Press

Foster has 25 in Furman's 84-66 win against Mercer

Led by Marcus Foster's 25 points, the Furman Paladins defeated the Mercer Bears 84-66 on Wednesday night

JANUARY 12, 2023 • Associated Press

Mercer hosts Foster and Furman

Furman plays the Mercer Bears after Marcus Foster scored 21 points in the Paladins' 70-56 victory against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers

JANUARY 11, 2023 • Associated Press

Foster scores 23 as Furman defeats VMI 85-62

Led by Marcus Foster's 23 points, the Furman Paladins defeated the VMI Keydets 85-62 on Thursday night

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Marcus Foster's 32 points lead No. 25 Creighton to 90-81 win over UT Arlington

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

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