Rob Phinisee - College Basketball News & Rumors

Likely out for season Coach Wes Miller confirmed that Phinisee suffered a torn patella tendon, Chad Brendel of BearcatJournal.com reports.

Impact Phinisee missed nearly two months with a foot injury before returning to action in late January, but it now appears his season has come to a premature end. The fifth-year senior has played in just 12 games this season and averaged 1.7 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 16.4 minutes.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Collects three steals Phinisee recorded two points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, two assists and three steals across 16 minutes during Saturday's 73-64 victory over UCF.

Impact Phinisee made the most of his minutes in Saturday's win. The win marked his third game back after missing about two months with a foot injury. Since his return, Phinisee had hardly posted any stats in his limited playing time, but was able to break through with a solid performance off the bench. His three-steals tied a season high, providing help on both ends of the floor.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays four minutes Phinisee (foot) played four minutes during Cincinnati's 75-69 loss Saturday at Houston.

Impact Phinisee did not play when Cincinnati hosted Memphis on Jan. 22. However, he is healthy now and expected to continue being a backup. Phinisee averaged 19.1 minutes across his eight games during November.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play Sunday Phinisee (foot) is dressed and warming up but not expected to play Sunday against Memphis, Justin Williams of The Athletic reports.

Impact Phinisee should only be available in case of emergency, but the team hopes he'll be ready to go and handle a full workload against Houston next Saturday. The senior is averaging 1.9 points, 2.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game in eight outings this season.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has fractured foot Phinisee has a fractured foot, according to Justin Williams of The Athletic.

Impact Fantasy managers should consider Phinisee out indefinitely until his fractured foot receives an accurate timetable. Phinisee averaged 1.9 points, 2.4 assists and 2.3 rebounds across eight games he played during November.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Held scoreless again Phinisee ended Wednesday's 64-51 loss to Northern Kentucky with zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four rebounds and four assists in 26 minutes.

Impact Phinisee has now been held scoreless in three straight games. Though he is not much of a scoring threat, the Bearcats guard is averaging less than 1.0 points per game to start the season, a career low. To make up for his lack of scoring, Phinisee has facilitated the ball well, averaging 3.3 assists per game. Phinisee will likely continue to play a smaller role in the offense, though it can be assumed that his scoring drought will not last for long.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fully cleared to play Phinisee was fully cleared to play Tuesday, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact The transfer from Indiana was dealing with a foot injury, but is fully cleared to play with the Bearcats next season. Phinisee averaged 4.5 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.7 assists over 18.3 minutes per game last season.

JUNE 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati lands former McCutcheon standout, IU guard Rob Phinisee Rob Phinisee, a standout at McCutcheon, will play his final season of college basketball at Cincinnati after transferring from Indiana

APRIL 21, 2022 • JCONLINE.COM

What Rob Phinisee brings to Cincinnati and how he impacts the Bearcats' roster Phinisee addresses an offseason void in the backcourt for the Bearcats, as well as much-needed toughness and defense.

APRIL 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Rob Phinisee Picks Cincinnati After the end of the Cincinnati Bearcats season, three players chose to enter the transfer portal and all three players were guards. With a...

APRIL 20, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

Rob Phinisee, Indiana transfer guard, to visit Butler Bulldogs, UC Bearcats, per report Rob Phinisee scored a season-best 20 points in the Indiana Hoosiers' win Jan. 20 against rival Purdue.

APRIL 15, 2022 • CINCINNATI.COM

Indiana Guard Rob Phinisee Enters Transfer Portal As Graduate Transfer; 4th Hoosier to Move on Indiana guard Rob Phinisee has been a huge fan favorite during his four years at Indiana, but he said on Friday that he’s going to play his...

MARCH 25, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Phinisee's return cause for celebration, but the boost couldn't carry IU past Rutgers Phinisee is suffering from plantar Fasciitis

MARCH 3, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Rob Phinisee Said 'I Feel Like I'll be at Full Strength Pretty Soon' Indiana guard Rob Phinisee made his return in the Indiana versus Minnesota victory on Sunday after nursing a foot injury for seven games. He...

MARCH 1, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Eight points in return Phinisee provided eight points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt) and one rebound in nine minutes during Sunday's 84-79 victory over Minnesota.

Impact Phinisee played in his first game in a month due to an ankle injury. He only played nine minutes, but provide an impact to help Indiana to a win over the Gophers. Phinisee will look to close the regular season well and get set to make a tournament run.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

BREAKING: Indiana Guard Rob Phinisee Returning to Action Sunday Night at Minnesota Popular Indiana guard Rob Phinisee has been out since Jan. 26 with a foot injury, but he is expected to return to action on Sunday night aga...

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Expected to play Sunday Phinisee (ankle) is expected to play in Sunday's contest against Minnesota, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Phinisee is slated to be available for the first time since Jan. 26. On the season, he's averaging 5.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 19.5 minutes per game, but it's unclear what type of role he will play Sunday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Tuesday Phinisee (ankle) remains out ahead of Tuesday's game against Wisconsin, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Phinisee is set to miss his fifth straight game while nursing an ankle injury. The junior guard is averaging 5.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 19.5 minutes per game off the bench this season. His next chance to return is Monday against Ohio State.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not warming up Saturday Phinisee (ankle) is not warming up ahead of Saturday's game against Michigan State, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Phinisee appears to be unavailable ahead of Tuesday's matchup. The 6-foot-1 guard has missed the last games for the Hoosiers while nursing the ankle injury. His next chance to return is Tuesday against Wisconsin.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out Tuesday Phinisee (ankle) likely won't play Tuesday against Northwestern, Kevin Brockway of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

Impact Phinisee was seen with a walking boot on this right foot during pregame warmups which is a good indication that the junior won't play in Tuesday's matchup. Phinisee has been out since jan. 26 with a lingering right ankle injury.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Saturday Phinisee (ankle) will miss out on Saturday's game against Illinois, Zach Osterman of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Phinissee will miss a second straight after suffering an ankle injury during the Jan. 26 contest versus Penn State. With the junior out of commission, Khristian Lander figures to see more action on the ball behind Xavier Johnson.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Coach Mike Woodson indicated Friday that Phinisee (ankle) won't suit up Saturday versus Maryland but also suggested "He could possibly be day-to-day," Zach Osterman of The Indianap...

Impact Phinisee played just seven minutes versus Penn State on Wednesday before suffering a right ankle injury that will keep him out for at least a contest. He will have a whole week to rest up before the Hoosiers return to action Feb. 5 versus Illinois. Without him available on the ball, Xavier Johnson figures to handle as many minutes as possible on the ball. Tamar Bates and Parker Stewart could also add some minutes in Phinise's absence.

JANUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with ankle injury Phinisee won't return to Wednesday's game against Penn State after suffering a right ankle injury in the first half, Zach Osterman of The Indianapolis Star reports. He posted zero...

Impact Phinisee had to be helped off the floor and required assistance to the locker room. The severity of the injury will likely be determined over the next couple days, but the fourth-year guard should be viewed as doubtful -- at best -- to play Saturday versus Maryland.

JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The story behind the viral photo of Rob Phinisee amid a sea of IU basketball fans “This photo is iconic.\

JANUARY 21, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Top scorer off bench Phinisee contributed 20 points (8-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, one block and four steals in 26 minutes during Thursday's 68-65 win over Purdue.

Impact Phinisee had totaled just two points across his last two appearances, but he led the Hoosiers on the scoreboard with a season-high 20 points during Thursday's victory. He's scored in double figures three times in the last seven games and has averaged 8.0 points and 2.6 rebounds in 21.9 minutes per contest during that time.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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