Vince Iwuchukwu - College Basketball News & Rumors

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.

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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

Officially out Thursday Iwuchukwu (back) will not play in Thursday's game against Arizona State, Shotgun Spratling of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu was a long shot to suit up for Thursday's action and will miss his second straight game. Look for Kijani Wright to eat up most of Iwuchukwu's vacant minutes once again.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as doubtful Iwuchukwu (back) is doubtful to play in Thursday's game against Arizona State, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu seems slated to miss his second straight game with a back injury. To close out the regular season, Kijani Wright saw a season-high 24 minutes in the win over the Sun Devils with Iwuchukwu sidelined and could be in for similar usage as the primary backup to Joshua Morgan. It's unclear when Iwuchukwu could be expected to return to the lineup.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be game-time decision Iwuchukwu (back) is expected to be a game-time decision before USC's game Thursday, according to Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register.

Impact USC will decide Iwuchukwu's availability sometime just before the team plays its 2023 Pac-12 Tournament quarterfinal game Thursday. USC's opponent has yet to be determined, as it will be against the winner of a first-round matchup between Oregon State and Arizona State.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Conference tournament status iffy Head coach Andy Enfield said that he's uncertain whether Iwuchukwu (back) will be available for Thursday's Pac-12 Tournament game, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu was also sidelined during USC's win over Arizona State on Saturday due to a back issue, and he's currently at risk of missing consecutive contests should be fail to gain medical clearance before Thursday. Tre White and Kijani Wright would both presumably receive additional front-court minutes behind starter Joshua Morgan should the 7-foot-1 freshman eventually miss more time.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Iwuchukwu has been ruled out of Saturday's game against Arizona State due to a back injury, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu will miss his first game since making his season debut on Jan. 12, but he hasn't been a difference-maker for USC when playing. He's logged 14 contests (five starts) and only averages 5.4 points per game in that span.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seven points, three blocks in win Iwuchukwu notched seven points (2-4 FG, 3-4 FT), one rebound and three blocks across 12 minutes during Saturday's 62-49 victory over Utah.

Impact Iwuchukwu knocked down 2-of-4 attempts from the field, finishing with seven points and three blocks during Saturday's win over Utah. The 7-foot-1 freshman has been effective in his limited minutes this season, averaging 5.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.2 blocks on 13.8 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ramps up production Iwuchukwu finished with 19 points (5-10 FG, 9-9 FT), seven rebounds and three blocks across 26 minutes during Saturday's 61-58 loss to Oregon State.

Impact Iwuchukwu has had to take on more minutes at center while Joshua Morgan has been sidelined with an ankle injury, and Saturday was the first time he's really taken advantage of the opportunity. The freshman was able to avoid foul trouble and set career highs in scoring and rebounding, but he didn't get enough help from his supporting cast. The Trojans were a dismal 1-for-14 from distance and ended up losing their second consecutive game.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Foul trouble in first start Iwuchukwu finished with six points (3-4 FG) and two rebounds across 10 minutes during Saturday's 80-74 win over Washington.

Impact With former starting center Joshua Morgan out Saturday and without a timetable for return (per Adam Jasper of 247 Sports, coach Andy Enfield turned to Iwuchukwu for his first start of the season. The four-star freshman was unable to capitalize on the opportunity, however, as four fouls limited his time on the court. Still, the overall potential and new opportunity makes him worth a look in season-long formats.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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