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Georgetown's Vince Iwuchukwu to have a medical procedure

Georgetown center Vince Iwuchukwu needs to have a medical procedure and will be evaluated after six to eight weeks

NOVEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Out at least six weeks Iwuchukwu will undergo an unspecified medical procedure that will sideline him for at least six-to-eight weeks, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu has been a key part of the Hoyas' strong start to the season, averaging 11.8 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in 21.0 minutes spanning four appearances. The senior center has come off the bench in all four contests, backing up Julius Halafionua. If he's cleared at the six-week mark, Iwuchukwu could return for a Dec. 31 matchup with St. John's. While he's sidelined, Jayden Fort and Seal Diouf could be in line for more minutes.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

KJ Lewis scores 17 of his 26 in the second half, and Georgetown beats Clemson 79-74

KJ Lewis scored 17 of his 26 points in the second half, Malik Mack had 16 points and seven assists, and Georgetown beat Clemson 79-74 on Saturday

NOVEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Scores 17 off bench Iwuchukwu provided 17 points (5-9 FG, 7-9 FT), six rebounds and one block in 22 minutes during Wednesday's 83-70 win over Binghamton.

Impact Iwuchukwu came off the bench in his third straight game Wednesday, but he played more minutes (22) than starting center Julius Halaifonua (12). Iwuchukwu also outplayed his teammate along with nearly all the rest of his teammates as he recording season highs in points (17) and rebounds (six). He got to the free throw line nine times in the win, and he has now attempted at least seven free throws in every game this season. He's hitting those free throws at around a 74 percent clip -- a very solid number for a 7-footer -- and that, along with his rebounding and shot blocking, helps give him a fairly solid floor. He has played more minutes than Halaifonua in every game this season, so he could find his way into the starting five soon.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Commits to Hoyas Iwuchukwu will transfer to Georgetown, per Joe Tipton of On3.com.

Impact Iwuchukwu was a reserve in 2024-2025 with St. John's, averaging 2.7 points and 1.7 rebounds across 7.0 minutes. He was more involved the two years prior at USC, and he'll look to finally become a full-time starter with the Hoyas in his senior season.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Entering portal Iwuchukwu has decided to enter the transfer portal, Travis Branham of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu announced on April 1 that he wasn't leaving St. John's after a previous report indicated such would be the case, and in the end, the big man has decided to test his luck on the final day of the portal. It remains to be seen where he'll play in 2025-26.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Not leaving program Iwuchukwu announced on his personal Instagram account that he's not leaving St. John's and won't enter the transfer portal, Kevin Connolly of D1 Media Pro reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu was reported to leave St. John's and enter the transfer portal, but he dismissed that notion. The 7-foot-1 center has one year of eligibility remaining, but it seems he'll use it with the Red Storm and not somewhere else.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Testing luck in portal Iwuchukwu is entering the transfer portal, Jeff Goodman of TheFieldof68.com reports.

Impact After playing off the bench this past season behind Zuby Ejiofor and star big man Bryce Hopkins transferring over to the Red Storm, Iwuchukwu will leave a Johnnies program that didn't look to have much in store for him. The 7-foot-1 center has one year of eligibility remaining as he pursues a program to close out his career with.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

No. 6 St. John's beats Creighton 82-66 for 1st Big East Tournament crown in 25 years

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MARCH 16 • Associated Press

Makes return Sunday Iwuchukwu (illness) ended Sunday's 89-75 victory over UConn with one rebound in three minutes.

Impact Iwuchukwu made his return to the lineup following a single-game absence with an illness. The 7-foot-1 junior saw just three minutes of game-time against the Huskies, recording one rebound along with a turnover. His next chance to up his minutes will come against Butler on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't travel with Johnnies Iwuchukwu (illness) didn't travel with St. John's to Chicago and isn't available against DePaul, Zach Braziller of the New York Post reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu, a rotational forward for the Johnnies, hasn't logged more than seven minutes in 10 straight games. His absence, therefore, shouldn't impact head coach Rick Pitino's squad all that much. His next chance to play will come on Feb. 23 against UConn.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Thursday's loss Iwuchukwu (undisclosed) ended Thursday's 99-98 2OT loss to Baylor with two points (1-2 FG) and two rebounds over seven minutes.

Impact Iwuchukwu returned to the floor Thursday after missing Sunday's game versus New Mexico due to an undisclosed injury. He played seven minutes off the bench in the double-overtime loss and scored two points and grabbed two rebounds.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP in Pitino family battle Iwuchukwu didn't play in St. John's fourth game of the season against New Mexico.

Impact Iwuchukwu was a starter in game two, only to curiously get zero minutes against the Lobos. It's unclear why the center didn't play, but he's only averaging 12.3 minutes across the three games he's appeared in. Head coach Rick Pitino is clearly still tinkering with his rotations, so it's unclear what Iwuchukwu's next opportunity will be.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not part of starting lineup Iwuchukwu is not part of the Red Storm's starting lineup for their game Sunday against New Mexico.

Impact Iwuchukwu barely logged multiple points and rebounds during his game start Wednesday. Instead of him, Zuby Ejiofor will be the Red Storm's starting center for their Sunday matchup.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start Wednesday Iwuchukwu is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Wagner.

Impact Iwuchukwu will make his first start of the season Wednesday. He's been productive off the bench so far, averaging 6.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 14.5 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to bench Thursday Iwuchukwu is not starting Thursday's game versus Oregon, Shotgun Spratling of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu is not in the starting lineup Thursday after starting 10 of his last 12 games. Instead the coaching staff is opting for Arrinten Page who has started just once this season and is averaging just 11.1 minutes per game. In 18 games this season, Iwuchukwu is averaging 6.0 points, 4.7 rebounds and 0.6 assists in 16 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 24, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

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Rejoins starting unit Iwuchukwu will start Saturday's game against Stanford, Shotgun Spratling of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu and Joshua Morgan have both seen considerable time in the starting lineup this season, but Iwuchukwu has started five of the last six and will make it six in the last seven Saturday. The sophomore turned in just two points, three boards and two assists over 15 minutes last time out, but he'll aim to pick it up in a starting role.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • DAILYNEWS.COM

Probable to play Iwuchukwu (back) is probable to play Tuesday against UC Irvine, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu has yet to play this season, with Joshua Morgan (22.0 minutes per game) and Harrison Hornery (18.0 minutes per game) handling center duties in his absence. It's unclear if Iwuchukwu will be on a minutes restriction if he's able to suit up.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP vs Kansas State Iwuchukwu (back) did not play against Kansas State despite being available for warmups.

Impact Iwuchukwu has been working his way back from injury and could have been held out as a precaution given his availability during warmups. His next chance to take the court will be in Thursday's match against Cal State Bakersfield.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP during team scrimmage Iwuchukwu (back) did not play during USC's team scrimmage Saturday, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Iwuchukwu sitting out USC's latest scrimmage may not affect his availability for when the Trojans begin their 2023-24 season, but him still being unavailable is concerning nonetheless. Without any more exhibition games remaining this year, they have no warmup matchups for Iwuchukwu to acclimate before they play at Kansas State on Nov. 6.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Iwuchukwu (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Michigan State, Connor Morrissette of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu missed the Trojans' last two games due to his back injury, and he'll be unavailable for the first round of the NCAA Tournament. It's unclear whether he'll be available for the second round if USC advances.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in uniform Thursday Iwuchukwu (back) was seen not practicing Thursday according to Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register.

Impact It appears Iwuchukwu is unlikely to play in Friday's game against Michigan St. The remainder of Iwuchukwu's freshman season may depend on his teammates, as USC will need to defeat Michigan State for Iwuchukwu to have a chance to play in the 2023 NCAA Tournament.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Friday Iwuchukwu (back) is expected to be a game-time decision for Thursday's matchup with Michigan State, Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu, who has missed the last two games with a back injury, is expected to remain a game-time decision ahead of Thursday's matchup with Michigan State. The 7-foot-1 freshman appeared in 14 games this season, averaging 5.4 points, 2.5 rebounds and one block on 13.7 minutes per game. If Iwuchukwu is unable to play, the Trojans will likely look for an increased workload from Joshua Morgan.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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