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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

USC's Vincent Iwuchukwu brings the house down with a MASSIVE two-handed dunk vs. Washington

USC's Vincent Iwuchukwu brings the house down with a MASSIVE two-handed dunk vs. Washington

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Starts against WAS Iwuchukwu is starting against Washington on Saturday.

Impact As expected, Iwuchukwu is set to make his first start to the campaign with Joshua Morgan (ankle) ruled out. The 7-foot-1 freshman has appeared in six games this season, logging 4.5 points, two rebounds and 1.2 blocks on 13.2 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In line to start on Saturday Iwuchukwu is expected to start in Saturday's matchup with Washington, Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times.

Impact Iwuchukwu appears ready to make his first start of the season on Saturday with Josh Morgan ruled out for the contest. The 7-foot-1 freshman has appeared in six games this season, logging 4.5 points, two rebounds and 1.2 blocks on 13.2 minutes per game. Iwuchukwu, who suffered a cardiac arrest over the summer, will remain under a minutes restriction.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

USC enters UCLA rematch bolstered by experience, Vincent Iwuchukwu The Trojans know what and who they were missing in their crosstown men’s basketball loss three weeks ago and expect improvement Thursday at...

JANUARY 25, 2023 • DAILYNEWS.COM

Scores 12 off the bench Iwuchukwu ended with 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and one block in 14 minutes during Saturday's 77-69 win over Arizona State.

Impact Iwuchukwu knocked down 5-of-8 shots, finishing with 12 points in just 14 minutes during Saturday's win over ASU. The 7-foot-1 freshman is slowly being worked back into the Trojans' rotation after suffering a cardiac arrest over the summer. If Iwuchukwu continues to make positive contributions in a limited role, he will likely take over a larger minute allocation moving forward.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes season debut Iwuchukwu recorded zero points (0-2 FG) in five minutes during Thursday's 68-61 victory over Colorado.

Impact Iwuchukwu, who missed the first 16 games of the season after suffering a cardiac arrest over the summer, was able to make his season-debut on Thursday. The 7-foot-1 freshman did not record any stats across five minutes of action for the Trojans, and he will likely be slowly integrated into USC's rotation. It remains to be seen how large of a role the five-star recruit will have at full strength this season.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially availale Iwuchukwu (chest) will be available to make his season debut Thursday versus Colorado, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu suffered a cardiac arrest during a summer workout which has sidelined him up to this point. The 7-1 freshman is a highly touted recruit for the Trojans and has the ability to make a legit impact over the second half of the season.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

May debut Thursday Iwuchukwu (chest) is apparently anticipating playing Thursday night versus Colorado, Marc Kulkin of WeAreSC.com reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu has yet to play this season due to a heart issue and was reportedly close to a return. Initial reports suggested that he could suit up as early as Saturday versus Utah, however, new reports are indicating the 7-1 freshman could make his debut Thursday. Iwuchukwu is expected to be eased into action but could gradually play himself into a rotational role down the stretch.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Iwuchukwu (chest) has been active at practice and has a chance to suit up this weekend against Utah, Seth Davis of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Iwuchukwu, who has been unable to play this year due to a heart issue, has a chance to rejoin the team as early as this weekend. The 7-foot-1 freshman was a five-star recruit in the class of 2022, and he could be an immediate difference maker for the Trojans.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Getting in on-court work Iwuchukwu (chest) was spotted doing minor work in warmups in advance of Monday's regular season opener, Shotgun Spratling of 247 Sports reports.

Impact While Iwuchukwu's participation is certainly encouraging, the four-star freshman has yet to be medically cleared after suffering cardiac arrest during a team workout in July. While the Trojans understandably play it safe with his return, Joshua Morgan will serve as the primary center, with sophomore Harrison Hornery and freshman Kiljani Wright available in a reserve capacity.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE