Vince Iwuchukwu - College Basketball News & Rumors | FOX Sports

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