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Noah Fernandes' buzzer-beater lifts UMass past Rutgers, 85-83 (31 photos) C.J. Kelly led the Minutemen with 24 points, which included 5 of 7 3-pointers

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • MASSLIVE.COM

Fernandes beats buzzer, UMass rallies past Rutgers 85-83

Noah Fernandes hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer, giving UMass a stunning 85-83 victory over Rutgers

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • Associated Press

Noah Fernandes - Back in starting lineup Fernandes (undisclosed) will start Saturday against Rutgers.

Impact Fernandes missed Wednesday's game against UMass-Lowell after starting the first six games of the season. He's averaged 15.2 points in 30.8 minutes per game when available.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rutgers faces UMass

UMass faces Rutgers in a non-conference matchup

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • Associated Press

Michael Steadman - Scores 10 in 2021-22 debut Steadman notched 10 points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and four rebounds over 12 minutes during Wednesday's 92-81 victory over UMass Lowell.

Impact Steadman missed the first six games of the season while tending to an unspecified issue, though it may have been related to eligibility given that this is the 6-10 forward's third collegiate team. He now appears to be in the clear and could serve as one of the top frontcourt reserves -- that is, if he doesn't get a chance to crack the starting five.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Noah Fernandes - DNP against River Hawks Fernandes (undisclosed) did not take the court in Wednesday's 92-81 victory over UMass-Lowell.

Impact With Fernandes sidelined, Rich Kelly took over as the primary ball handler while T.J. Weeks moved back into the starting five. Considering Fernandes had started every prior game this season, he'll presumably return to the lineup once he's cleared. His next chance will be Saturday against Rutgers.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Garcia scores 18 to lift UMass over UMass Lowell 92-81

Javohn Garcia had 18 points off the bench to carry UMass to a 92-81 win over UMass Lowell

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • Associated Press

T.J. Weeks - Back in starting five Weeks is among the starters for Wednesday's game against UMass-Lowell.

Impact Weeks will take the place of the injured Noah Fernandes (undisclosed) in the lineup, potentially lining up the sophomore for a big role again after posting 19 points and eight rebounds against Ball State on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Noah Fernandes - Will not start Wednesday Fernandes (undisclosed) will not start Wednesday against UMass-Lowell.

Impact Fernandes was able to go through warmups, so it's unclear if will indeed be available off the bench or not. T.J. Weeks will get the start at point in his place.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Noah Fernandes - Going through warmups Fernandes (undisclosed) is going through warmups ahead of Wednesday's game against UMass-Lowell, Kyle Grabowski of the Daily Hampshire Gazette reports.

Impact Fernandes is slated to be a game-time decision, so his participation in this warmup is key. The 6-1 guard has averaged 17.8 points, 3.2 assists, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.8 steals this season, so if he is unable to go that would be a massive loss.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Noah Fernandes - Game-time decision Wednesday Fernandes will be a game-time call for Wednesday's clash with UMass-Lowell, Frederick Hanna III of the Daily Collegian reports.

Impact Fernandes has been a key contributor for the Minutemen early in the season, averaging 17.8 points, 3.2 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.8 steals in the five games prior to his early departure from Sunday's game against Ball State. His status will be one worth monitoring as the team prepares to face some in-state competition Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Steadman - Expected to play Wednesday Steadman (undisclosed) is expected to play Wednesday against UMass-Lowell, Kyle Grabowski of the Daily Hampshire Gazette reports.

Impact Steadman hasn't played yet this season due to an undisclosed issue, but that is expected to change. Barring any major setbacks, the senior will make his season debut Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cochran scores 22 to lead Ball St. past UMass 89-86

Tyler Cochran had 22 points as Ball State edged past UMass 89-86 at the Jersey MIke’s Classic

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • Associated Press

UMass visits Ball State

UMass goes up against Ball State in an early season matchup

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • Associated Press

Fernandes leads UMass over UNC Greensboro 93-90 in OT

Noah Fernandes had a career-high 25 points as UMass edged UNC Greensboro 93-90 in overtime

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • Associated Press

Michael Steadman - Absent Friday Steadman (undisclosed) didn't play in Friday's 93-90 overtime win over UNC Greensboro.

Impact The Minutemen were hopeful that Steadman would be able to return to the court Thursday or Friday, but he didn't appear in either contest. His next chance to play will be Monday against Ball State.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

UNCG pays visit to UMass

UMass squares off against UNC Greensboro in an early season matchup

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • Associated Press

UMass men's basketball falls to Weber State, 88-73 The Minutemen are 2-2 on the season

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • MASSLIVE.COM

Overton scores 21 to carry Weber St. over UMass 88-73

Jamison Overton had 21 points as Weber State defeated UMass 88-73

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • Associated Press

Michael Steadman - Doesn't play Thursday Steadman (undisclosed) did not appear in Thursday's 88-73 loss to Weber State.

Impact Steadman did not play Thursday despite it being a double-digit loss and head coach Matt McCall opening up the bench to seven guys. It's unclear whether the 6-10 senior will be active for Friday's meeting against UNC-Greensboro. More on his final game status could come during pregame warmups.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Steadman - Could return Thursday or Friday Steadman (undisclosed) has shed his walking boot but would likely be very limited if he sees any action Thursday, Michael Bergman of A10 Talk reports.

Impact Steadman was working with the trainers in pregame warmups and wasn't included in the starting five, indicating he's likely headed for a minimal to no usage Thursday. Bergman notes that Steadman could be ready to rejoin the action Friday if he's held out altogether Thursday, though he would seem likely to be limited until he gets into game shape.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

NCAA upholds penalties against UMass basketball, tennis

The NCAA's Division I Infractions Appeals Committee has upheld penalties against UMass' men’s basketball and women’s tennis programs in a case that garnered national attention

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • Associated Press

Trent Buttrick leads UMass past his former team Penn State (18 photos) Buttrick scored a career-high 19 points to go with nine rebounds, six assists, two blocks and two steals

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • MASSLIVE.COM

Buttrick beats former team, leads UMass over Penn St. 81-56

Trent Buttrick scored 19 points against his former team and led five in double figures as UMass rolled to an 81-56 victory over Penn State

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • Associated Press

Michael Steadman - Remains sidelined Steadman (undisclosed) will not play Monday against Penn State, Frederick Hanna III of the Daily Collegian reports.

Impact Steadman is still waiting to appear in his first game this season. His next chance to do so will come Thursday against Weber State.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Fernandes beats buzzer, UMass rallies past Rutgers 85-83

Rutgers faces UMass

Garcia scores 18 to lift UMass over UMass Lowell 92-81

Cochran scores 22 to lead Ball St. past UMass 89-86

UMass visits Ball State

Fernandes leads UMass over UNC Greensboro 93-90 in OT

UNCG pays visit to UMass

Overton scores 21 to carry Weber St. over UMass 88-73

NCAA upholds penalties against UMass basketball, tennis

Buttrick beats former team, leads UMass over Penn St. 81-56