Iwuakor's 31 lead Southern Miss over Western Michigan 86-54
Led by Victor Iwuakor's 31 points, the Southern Miss Golden Eagles defeated the Western Michigan Broncos 86-54 in the MAC-SBC challengeFEBRUARY 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
VICTOR IWUAKOR #0 - FORWARD - SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES
9.6 PPG •
6.2 RPG •
0.8 APG
9.6 PPG
6.2 RPG
0.8 APG
Enters transfer portal Iwuakor has entered the transfer portal, VerbalCommits.com reports.
Impact Iwuakor will explore transfer options as a graduate student, following a two-year stint with UNLV. The 6-foot-7 senior appeared in 32 games this season (eight starts), averaging three points, 3.6 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 1.1 blocks on 17.3 minutes per game.
MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Moves back to bench Iwuakor isn't in the Mike Grimala of the Las Vegas Sun for Tuesday's game versus San Jose State.
Impact Iwuakor will come off the bench for the first time since Jan. 14. He is averaging 3.4 points and 3.9 rebounds in 18.4 minutes across 25 games this season.
FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Wednesday Iwuakor (undisclosed) is listed in UNLV's starting lineup for Wednesday's showdown with Wyoming.
Impact Iwuakor, who did not participate in practice on Monday, is starting for the Rebels on Wednesday. The 6-foot-7 senior has appeared in 23 games this season (six starts), logging 3.7 points, four rebounds, 0.8 steals and one block on 18.3 minutes per game.
FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Does not practice Iwuakor did not practice on Monday, according to Mike Grimala of the Las Vegas Sun.
Impact UNLV's head coach Kevin Kruger said Iwuakor not practicing was precautionary. So because of an undisclosed injury, his availability status will be questionable before the team is scheduled to play at Wyoming on Wednesday.
FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Stepping up into starting five Iwuakor is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against Utah State.
Impact Iwuakor will make his first start after coming off the bench in every game so far this season. He'll replace David Muoka in the starting rotation Tuesday.
JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Plays a season-high 29 minutes Iwuakor recorded three points (1-1 FG, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and one block across 29 minutes during Saturday's 82-81 OT loss to Colorado State.
Impact The senior played a season-high 29 minutes in Saturday's overtime thriller, but struggled to find open shots despite making his only shot attempt. The forward is now averaging 3.2 points and 4.1 rebounds this season.
JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Set to sit Thursday Iwuakor (undisclosed) isn't in uniform ahead of Thursday's Mountain West qiarterfinal game versus Wyoming, Paluma Villicana of Fox 5 Las Vegas reports.
Impact Iwuakor was believed to be held out of practice Tuesday as a precaution, but it appears the problem was more than precautionary and will keep him from taking the floor. He could have another chance to return Friday should UNLV advance.
MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Held out of practice Tuesday Iwuakor (undisclosed) did not practice Tuesday as a precaution, Mike Grimala of the Las Vegas Sun reports.
Impact Iwuakor may be dealing with an unspecified upper-body injury but the hope is that he will be ready to go Thursday against Wyoming after getting a breather from practice. The Oklahoma transfer has seen an increased role of late with starts in each of UNLV's last five games.
MARCH 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores four points in return Iwuakor (undisclosed) scored four points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) in Saturday's loss against Boise.
Impact The junior left Tuesday's win over Nevada early with an undisclosed injury, but his availability here was never in doubt after he was able to practice Friday. His numbers did not stand out, but that has been a trend with him all season long. Regardless if he starts or comes off the bench, he's yet to score in double figures this season.
FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Two steals in return Iwuakor (undisclosed) recorded three rebounds and two steals over 11 minutes off the bench Friday against Boise State.
Impact Iwuakor returned from a one-game absence but UNLV opted to leave him out of the starting five. He had started each of his previous three outings prior to Friday and could return to that role if he continues to perform well, especially on the defensive end and on the glass. UNLV returns to action Wednesday at Fresno State.
FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not in starting lineup Iwuakor (undisclosed) isn't starting Friday's game against Boise State.
Impact Iwuakor was on the court for pregame warmups, so it's still possible that he appears in Friday's matchup off the bench. However, Keston Gilbert will draw the start against the Broncos.
FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Warming up early Iwuakor (undisclosed) is participating in early warmups ahead of Friday's game against Boise State, Mike Grimala of the Las Vegas Sun reports.
Impact Iwuakor missed Tuesday's win over Air Force due to an unspecified injury, but he participated in practice Thursday. He started each of the three games prior to missing Tuesday's matchup, so it's not yet clear what role he'll play if he's ultimately available against the Broncos.
FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to practice Thursday Iwuakor (undisclosed) participated in practice Thursday, Mike Grimala of the Las Vegas Sun reports.
Impact Iwuakor played just five minutes during a Feb. 5 loss to Utah State before presumably exiting the contest due to the undisclosed injury. He was limited during UNLV's next practice and was subsequently sidelined for Tuesday's win over Air Force. After returning to practice Thursday, Iwuakor is trending in the right direction ahead of Friday's matchup with Boise State.
FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Tuesday Iwuakor (undisclosed) will not play Tuesday, Tyler Bischoff of Offensive Vegas reports.
Impact Iwuakor is set to miss his first game since Dec. 15 against Omaha and has missed 11 total games this season. The 6-foot-7 forward started in each of the last three games. His next chance to return is Friday against Boise State.
FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with undisclosed injury Iwuakor (undisclosed) was limited during Monday's practice, Mike Grimala of the Las Vegas Sun reports.
Impact Iwuakor has started each of the last three games, but he played just five minutes during Saturday's loss to Utah State before exiting the contest presumably due to the undisclosed injury that kept him sidelined for parts of Monday's practice. His status for Tuesday's tilt with Air Force remains unclear at this point.
FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Friday Iwuakor is starting Friday's game against Colorado State, Tyler Bischoff of The Offensive reports.
Impact Iwuakor has come off the bench in each of his first nine appearances of the season, but he'll make his first start Friday with UNLV shorthanded in the frontcourt. He's averaging 1.6 points in 13.2 minutes per game this year.
JANUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Plays 10 minutes off bench Iwuakor (shoulder) logged 10 minutes off the bench Thursday against San Diego, racking up one rebound and one steal while going scoreless (0-2 FT).
Impact Iwuakor has made just two appearances this season and has logged 15 total minutes, going scoreless and racking up just two boards and two steals in that span. With that in mind, he shouldn't be much of a fantasy factor going forward even if healthy.
DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Getting closer to 100 percent Iwuakor (shoulder) is getting closer to 100 percent, Paloma Villicana of FOX 5 reports.
Impact Iwuakor has only played in one game this season. The Oklahoma transfer is hoping to get his injury issues under control and see the court again soon. Based on these comments, it seems unlikely Iwuakor will suit up Wednesday against San Diego.
DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not playing Wednesday Iwuakor (shoulder) isn't in uniform for Wednesday's game against Omaha, Sam Gordon of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Impact Iwuakor participated in early warmups but apparently isn't ready to retake the court for UNLV. His next chance to play will come next Wednesday versus San Diego.
DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Warming up Wednesday Iwuakor (shoulder) is going through warmups ahead of Wednesday's game against Omaha, Tyler Bischoff reports.
Impact Iwuakor missed practice on Tuesday but it appears that he may be on the verge of returning soon. Once he's healthy, the transfer will look to increase his role in the Rebels' rotation.
DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not expected to play Saturday Iwuakor (shoulder) will not play Saturday against Hartford, Paloma Villacana of Fox 5 reports.
Impact Iwuakor was not practicing as of Friday and is not warming up as UNLV gets set to take the floor. He's in line to miss this game and his next chance to return comes Dec. 15 against Omaha.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Misses practice Friday Iwuakor did not partake in practice Friday, Sam Gordon of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Impact Iwuakor made his season debut Wednesday following an arm injury, so it's possible he's just giving the arm a breather ahead of Saturday's contest. Either way, the missed practice should leave him considered questionable until more information surfaces.
DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Scoreless in season debut Iwuakor (arm) recorded zero points (0-1 FG), one rebound and one steal across five minutes during Wednesday's 76-56 victory over Seattle.
Impact Iwuakor was making his season debut and ended up notching a +14 plus/minus in just five minutes. He should increase his role as he gets more comfortable with his new team.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Set to make season debut Iwuakor (arm) will make his season debut Wednesday against Seattle, Sam Gordon of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Impact Iwuakor transferred from Oklahoma and has missed the first nine games of UNLV's season with a shoulder injury. Expect the junior wing to potentially be limited against Seattle although he did practice fully Monday. The forward could see minutes behind Josh Baker and Marvin Coleman on Wednesday.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
