R.J. Blakney - College Basketball News & Rumors

Conerway scores 18, Troy beats Old Dominion 75-59 in Sun Belt Conference Championship quarterfinal

Tayton Conerway had 18 points and No. 3 seed Troy beat No. 10 seed Old Dominion 75-59 in the Sun Belt Conference Championship quarterfinal

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Old Dominion upsets Appalachian State 61-56 in fourth round of the Sun Belt Conference Tournament

Led by Sean Durugordon's 21 points, the 10th-seeded Old Dominion Monarchs upset the No. 6 seed Appalachian State Mountaineers 61-56 in the fourth round of the Sun Belt Conference T...

MARCH 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Davis and 10-seed Old Dominion take down seven-seed Texas State 64-61 in Sun Belt Tournament

Robert Davis Jr. scored the game-winning 3-pointer with three seconds left and racked up 23 total points to lead the 10th-seeded Old Dominion Monarchs past the seventh-seeded Texas...

MARCH 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Davis puts up 14 in Old Dominion's 61-59 win against Coastal Carolina

Led by Robert Davis Jr.'s 14 points, the Old Dominion Monarchs defeated the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 61-59

MARCH 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Puts name in transfer portal Blakney entered the transfer portal Wednesday, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Blakney is now in line to suit up elsewhere next year following his publicized intention to leave Dayton. The 6-foot-6 guard spent each of the previous three seasons with the Flyers and made 82 appearances (58 starts) in that span. As a junior, Blakney averaged 6.1 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 13 minutes Blakney ended with four points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one steal over 13 minutes during Wednesday's 72-54 victory over Massachusetts.

Impact Blakney was limited during his first game following an undisclosed problem that prevented him from being available twice. February has been a tough month for him so far, but he will look to receive much more lucrative opportunities as it continues. After all, Blakney averaged 27.7 minutes from November to January, mostly while part of Dayton's starting lineup as well.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active against UMass Bakney (undisclosed) will be available for the Flyers as they play Massachusetts on Wednesday night, per David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News.

Impact Blakney had missed Dayton's past two games with an undisclosed injury, but will be active Wednesday night. It'll be interesting to see how involved the guard is, as he was available three games ago against VCU but only played six minutes. Blakney is averaging 7.1 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.4 assists.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Blakney (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Loyola-Chicago, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Blakney continues to deal with an undisclosed injury, and he'll be sidelined for the third time in the last four games. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to action.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Blakney (undisclosed) is out for Friday's game versus Saint Louis, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Blakney will miss his third game of the season Friday due to an undisclosed injury. His next chance to suit up is next Friday's matchup with Loyola-Chicago.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays six minutes Blakney produced zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) over six minutes during Tuesday's 62-58 victory over VCU.

Impact Blakney logged his lowest minute tally of the 2022-23 season so far. However, that is attributed to his unusual role Tuesday. Normally, Blakney is part of Dayton's starting lineup and expected to enter it again sooner than later.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Tuesday Blakney (undisclosed) is available for Tuesday's game versus VCU, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Blakney will return to the lineup after missing the previous game with an undisclosed injury. The sophomore guard has started in 20 of his 22 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP at St. Bonaventure Blakney did not play during Dayton's 68-59 loss Saturday at St. Bonaventure.

Impact According to David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News, Dayton's head coach Anthony Grant did not specify why Blakney did not play. The manager stated his player was simply "unavailable" and gave no other info.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in return Blakney (undisclosed) will start in his return to action Saturday versus Richmond.

Impact Blakney was warming up ahead of the contest, essentially confirming his return to action following a one-game absence. He appears set for his usual role as a defensive pest and an occasional scorer.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Saturday Blakney (undisclosed) is warming up ahead of Dayton's clash with Richmond, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Blakney was spotted warming up on the court prior to Dayton's home game against Richmond. Blakney missed his first game of the season against Rhode Island on Wednesday, but is now on track to return to action Saturday. Blakney is averaging 7.8 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists on the season.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Rhode Island Blakney (undisclosed) won't play Wednesday night against Rhode Island, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Blakney hadn't missed a game yet this season, but Dayton's injury woes will continue against Rhode Island with one of their top guards out. Blakney has started all but two games, and his averaging 7.8 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists. With Blakney out, Koby Brea should see an uptick in his minutes. Blakney's next chance to play will come Saturday against Richmond.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting against NC State Blakney is not starting against NC State on Thursday.

Impact Blakney had been a regular starter in each of Dayton's first five games, but he moves to the bench after going scoreless (0-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt) in the team's previous game. Mike Sharavjamts will start in his place.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start in exhibition game Blakney notched six points (2-3 FG, 2-3 3Pt), two rebounds, and one assist in Monday's exhibition game against Cedarville.

Impact Blakney got the start and played 21 minutes. Blakney came on down the stretch of last season and looks to have secured a spot in the starting lineup to begin the 2021-22 campaign.

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set for first career start Blakney will make his first career start Monday against St. Bonaventure.

Impact The freshman guard had career highs with 15 points and six rebounds off the bench last week against Saint Joseph's, and he'll now receive a look in the starting five. Blakney is averaging 4.1 points in 12.7 minutes this season but figures to have an increased role as a starter.

MARCH 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Small role in return Blakney (undisclosed) recorded one rebound in two minutes off the bench in Wednesday's 72-63 victory over Duquesne.

Impact It was a far cry from Blakney's season average of 12.3 mpg, but it appears the fresh is back in action after missing four games and ready to provide depth at the wing for the Flyers.

JANUARY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available Blakney (undisclosed) has practiced and is expected to play in Wednesday's game against Duquesne, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact It looks like Blakney should be able to end a four game absence on Wednesday after he able to practice in full. We'll have to wait for game-time for final confirmation on the freshman swingman, however.

JANUARY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still hasn't practiced Head coach Anthony Grant said Friday that Blakney (undisclosed) still hasn't practiced but is getting closer, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Blakney has missed four straight games since suffering an injury in practice back in late December. The 6-6 freshman appears to be progressing well but won't be able to play until he can prove he's healthy by practicing.

JANUARY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Saturday Blakney (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against George Mason, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact This will be Blakney's second consecutive absence after suffering an injury in practice earlier in the week. Blakney had been seeing legitimate playing time --21.0 minutes per game-- over his last three before the injury. His next chance to return comes Tuesday against Fordham.

JANUARY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out after practice injury Blakney (undisclosed) will not play in Wednesday's game against La Salle, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Blakney and teammate Elijah Weaver will not play tonight after suffering injuries in practice this week. There's no word on exactly what Blakney is dealing with, but he will hope to try to come back on Saturday against George Mason.

DECEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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Conerway scores 18, Troy beats Old Dominion 75-59 in Sun Belt Conference Championship quarterfinal

Old Dominion upsets Appalachian State 61-56 in fourth round of the Sun Belt Conference Tournament

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Davis puts up 14 in Old Dominion's 61-59 win against Coastal Carolina