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Penn State's Nick Kern throws down vicious alley-oop to extend lead against Minnesota

Penn State's Nick Kern throws down vicious alley-oop to extend lead against Minnesota

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Not starting Wednesday Kern is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Nebraska.

Impact Kern will come off the bench for the first time since Jan. 15. The senior guard, who's yet to miss a game this season, is averaging 12.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game when playing in the second unit in 2024-25.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forces four Gopher turnovers Kern registered 10 points (3-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and four steals across 32 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 69-61 loss to Minnesota.

Impact Kern chipped in 10 points, seven rebounds, an assist and four steals as the Nittany Lions were taken down by the Golden Gophers on Tuesday night. The 6-foot-6 senior has been on a roll since entering the starting lineup in mid-January, averaging 14 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.4 steals across Penn State's last five games, while shooting 57.1 percent from the field.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Posts double-double in defeat Kern notched 16 points (6-12 FG, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Monday's 76-72 loss to Michigan.

Impact Kern notched his second double-double of the season, closing with 16 points, 10 rebounds, two assists and two steals during Monday's loss against the Wolverines. The 6-foot-6 senior, who recently made the move into Penn State's starting lineup, is averaging 15 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 0.8 steals across the Nittany Lions last six games.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Michigan Wolverines Highlights | FOX College Hoops

Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Michigan Wolverines Highlights | FOX College Hoops

JANUARY 28, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Strong showing in loss Kern produced 18 points (7-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-7 FT), seven rebounds and two assists in 34 minutes during Friday's 76-75 loss to Iowa.

Impact Kern posted a team-high 18 points, seven rebounds and two assists as the Nittany Lions were taken down by the Hawkeyes on Friday. The 6-foot-6 senior recently made the move into the starting lineup, and is averaging 17 points, 6.5 rebounds and one assist across Penn State's last two games. Kern and the Nittany Lions will have a tall task ahead of them if they want to bounce back on the road against Michigan on Monday.

JANUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Moving to starting role Kern is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Rutgers.

Impact Kern will return to the starting lineup after coming off the bench in the last game. He's started just twice this season, but a bigger role here could lead to an even more prominent role on offense. It's worth noting he's scored in double digits in eight of his last 10 contests.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double in defeat Kern finished with 19 points (8-20 FG, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds and four assists in 35 minutes during Sunday's 82-81 loss to Oregon.

Impact Kern finished with 19 points, eight rebounds and four assists as the Nittany Lions were taken down the Ducks on Sunday. The 6-foot-6 senior has been effective while starting in place of the injured Ace Baldwin (back), averaging 16 points, 6.5 rebounds and three assists across the last two contests. Kern and the Nittany Lions will look to bounce back against Michigan State on Wednesday.

JANUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 15 Oregon Ducks vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Highlights | FOX College Hoops

No. 15 Oregon Ducks vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Highlights | FOX College Hoops

JANUARY 12, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Gets start vs. Illinois Kern is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Illinois.

Impact Kern will start for the first time this season, and he's been playing at a very high level of late. He's coming off a 21-point effort the last time out, and the senior guard has scored in double digits in all but one of his previous 12 contests off the bench.

JANUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kern and Penn State host No. 13 Illinois

Penn State takes on the No. 13 Illinois Fighting Illini after Nick Kern scored 21 points in the Nittany Lions' 77-71 loss to the Indiana Hoosiers

JANUARY 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 21 points in defeat Kern had 21 points (8-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), three rebounds, one assist and two steals across 31 minutes during Sunday's 77-71 loss to Indiana.

Impact Kern caught fire off the bench during Sunday's game against the Hoosiers, converting on 8-of-13 looks from the field, but his hot hand was not enough to overcome strong outings from Oumar Ballo and Mackenzie Mgbako in the contest. The 6-foot-6 senior continues to light it up off the bench this season, averaging 12.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.4 steals on 23.9 minutes per game. Kern currently boasts a sensational 65.7/40.0/76.9 shooting line on the season.

JANUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kern leads Penn State against No. 13 Illinois after 21-point game

Penn State visits the No. 13 Illinois Fighting Illini after Nick Kern scored 21 points in the Nittany Lions' 77-71 loss to the Indiana Hoosiers

JANUARY 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Notches 12 points in rout Kern notched 12 points (4-4 FG, 4-6 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal over 17 minutes during Saturday's 99-51 victory over Coppin State.

Impact Kern converted on all four attempts from the field, closing with 12 points, six rebounds, two assists and a steal during Saturday's dominating win over Coppin State. The 6-foot-6 senior has appeared in all 11 games this season, logging 11.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.6 steals on 23 minutes per game. Kern and the Nittany Lions will look to stay on track during Saturday's showdown with Drexel.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nick Kern throws down a VICIOUS DUNK, extending Penn State's lead over Coppin State

Nick Kern throws down a VICIOUS DUNK, extending Penn State's lead over Coppin State

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Big night against Purdue Kern racked up 12 points (4-6 FG, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 81-70 victory over Purdue.

Impact Kern was incredibly productive off the bench for the Nittany Lions during Thursdays win over the Boilermakers. The 6-foot-6 senior, who started in 23 games with Penn State last season, has shifted to one of the first guys off the bench for the team this season. Through nine outings, Kern is averaging 11.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.9 steals and 0.7 blocks while shooting an impressive 67.2 percent from the field. Kern will look to lead the Nittany Lions to another win next Tuesday in New Jersey.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nick Kern throws down a two-handed slam, extending Penn State's lead over Purdue

Nick Kern throws down a two-handed slam, extending Penn State's lead over Purdue

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Takes over against Fordham Kern recorded 20 points (9-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-5 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and two steals over 27 minutes during Monday's 85-66 win over Fordham.

Impact Kern notched his first double-double of the 2024-25 season, closing with 20 points, 13 rebounds, one assist and two steals against the Rams on Monday night. The 6-foot-6 senior, has averaged career-highs in points (11.8), rebounds (4.3), assists (2.5) and steals (2.2) across his first six games this season (23.3 minutes) despite shifting to the bench.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nick Kern Jr. leads Penn State over Fordham 85-66 for spot in Sunshine Slam Beach Division final

Senior Nick Kern Jr. came off the bench to score 20 points and grab 13 rebounds for the first double-double of his career, leading Penn State to an 85-66 victory over Fordham in a...

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • Associated Press

Big night against Purdue Fort Wayne Kern notched 13 points (5-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 24 minutes during Wednesday's 102-89 victory over Purdue Fort Wayne.

Impact Kern connected on 5-of-6 shots from the field, closing with 13 points, six rebounds, four assists, a block and two steals as the Nittany Lions took down the Mastodons on Wednesday night. The 6-foot-6 senior guard has functioned as Penn State's sixth man after starting with the program last season, averaging 10.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 2.2 steals and 1.2 blocks on 22.6 minutes per game (five outings). Kern remains a key defensive piece for Penn State off the bench in his second season with the program.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forces three turnovers Tuesday Kern notched four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound, four assists, one block and three steals over 21 minutes during Tuesday's 92-62 win over Saint Francis U.

Impact Kern, who averaged one steal across 32 games with the Nittany Lions last season, has tallied eight steals across Penn State's first three games of the 2024-25 season. The 6-foot-6 senior has shifted to the bench with the team opting to run Puff Johnson with the starters, but he remains a difference maker off the bench for the Nittany Lions, averaging 7.3 points, two rebounds, 2.7 assists, 2.7 steals and 1.3 blocks on 20.7 minutes per game (three outings).

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Penn State hoops notebook: Injury updates on Kanye Clary and Nick Kern, Qudus Wahab's role and more Penn State basketball is looking to avoid a three-game losing streak when it faces Rutgers on the road on Wednesday night.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Nick Kern Jr. throws down a one-handed slam to extend Penn State's lead over Wisconsin

Nick Kern Jr. throws down a one-handed slam to extend Penn State's lead over Wisconsin

JANUARY 17, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Ace Baldwin drops a dime to Nick Kern for a FEROCIOUS two-handed slam to extend Penn State's lead over Northwestern

Ace Baldwin drops a dime to Nick Kern for a FEROCIOUS two-handed slam to extend Penn State's lead over Northwestern

JANUARY 11, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Will suit up against Sparty Kern (undisclosed) will be available for Thursday's game against Michigan State.

Impact Kern was labeled as day-to-day but he will indeed be good to go for this road matchup against the Spartans. Kern was held out of the last game against Rider with an undisclosed injury.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE