Xavier Johnson - College Basketball News & Rumors

Exits game with injury Johnson left Sunday's game against Harvard with an apparent foot injury, Zion Brown of IndyStar.comreports.

Impact Johnson was seen on the IU bench with ice on his left foot in his warmup outfit. The senior guard scored three points against the Crimson prior to his injury. If Johnson is unable to return, his next chance will come against Maryland on Friday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up in pregame Johnson (ankle) was seen warming up with the team ahead of Sunday's matchup against UConn, Seth Tow of the Daily Hoosier reports.

Impact Johnson was listed as questionable for Sunday's game after suffering an ankle injury in Indiana's matchup with Wright State on Thursday. Though he is still listed as a game-time decision, his appearance in warmups indicates that the senior guard may be available against the Huskies.

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Indiana's Xavier Johnson will return next season after receiving medical waiver

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APRIL 26, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Indiana G Xavier Johnson (foot) out for season, will seek medical waiver Senior point guard Xavier Johnson will not return to No.

MARCH 4, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Xavier Johnson Out For Season, Will Pursue Medical Hardship Waiver For Next Season Indiana senior point guard Xavier Johnson will not return to action during the 2022-23 season, but he will pursue a medical hardship waiver...

MARCH 4, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Ruled out for season Johnson (foot) is out for the remainder of the 2022-23 season.

Impact Johnson hasn't played since Dec. 17 due to a foot injury, so Indiana's decision to shut him down isn't surprising. The 6-foot-3 guard will finish the season averaging 9.9 points, 4.9 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 25.2 minutes across 11 games in 2022-23. Johnson is expected to apply for a medical redshirt.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Coach Mike Woodson said he is unsure of Johnson's (foot) status for Saturday's game versus Michigan, Dylan Sinn of The Journal Gazette reports.

Impact Johnson hasn't played since Dec. 17 due to a broken foot. The senior guard hasn't participated much in practice since but did warm up ahead of Tuesday's game before sitting out. If Johnson doesn't suit up Saturday, his next chance to play will come in the Big Ten Tournament.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Johnson (foot) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup with Iowa, Todd Aaron Golden of CNHI Sports reports.

Impact Johnson, who has missed the last 18 games with a foot injury, will remain out against the Hawkeyes. It was a great sign to see the senior warming-up and dunking, but he will have to wait another game till his possible return. His next chance to suit up will be Sunday against Michigan.

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Appears to be nearing a return Johnson (foot) was spotted getting some shots up ahead of Tuesday's game against Iowa, Mike Schumann of The Daily Hoosier reports.

Impact There were some reports that Johnson would miss his 19th straight game on Tuesday due to a foot injury. It seems unlikely he makes a surprise return against the Hawkeyes, but this at least indicates that Johnson is getting closer to getting back on the floor. Indiana closes out the regular season on Sunday against Michigan and then will head to Indianapolis for the Big Ten Tournament.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Johnson (foot) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup with Iowa, Tyler Tachman of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Johnson, who has missed the last 18 games with a foot injury, will remain out against the Hawkeyes. The 6-foot-3 senior, who started the first 11 games of the season for Indiana, will be re-evaluated ahead of Sunday's showdown with Michigan.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not suited Tuesday Johnson (foot) is not suited up during pregame warmups and appears to be out for Tuesday's tilt at Michigan State, Mike Schumann of The Daily Hoosier reports.

Impact Johnson has been sidelined for the previous 16 games due to a foot injury, but has recently returned to practice. While he has not officially been ruled out, it looks like he will only have three chances to suit up again during the regular-season starting with Purdue on Saturday. The 6-foot-3 senior averaged 9.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.2 steals across 25.2 minutes in 11 games this season.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Tuesday Johnson (foot) was spotted at practice on Tuesday, William McDermott of Inside the Hall reports.

Impact Johnson, who has missed the last 16 games with a foot injury, was able to participate in practice on Tuesday. The 6-foot-3 senior has appeared in 11 games this season, logging 9.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.2 steals on 25.2 minutes per game. Johnson remains a game-time decision ahead of Tuesday's matchup with Michigan State, but given his lengthy absence, he will likely be limited at best.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not dressed vs. Michigan Johnson (foot) is not dressed ahead of Saturday's game against Michigan, Keegan Nickoson of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Johnson is set to miss another game while working his way back from a foot injury. It is unclear how long Johnson will remain out, though his next chance to return is Wednesday against Northwestern.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Won't return against Rutgers Johnson (foot) is not available for Saturday's game against Rutgers, The Daily Hoosier reports.

Impact The guard will miss his 13th consecutive game due to a foot injury that occurred in December. The Hoosiers are anticipating his return as the senior is averaging 9,.9 points and 4.9 assists this season. Johnson's next opportunity to play will be Saturday at Michigan.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Saturday Johnson (foot) will not be available for Saturday's game against Purdue, Jeff Rabjohns of 247 Sports reports.

Impact Johnson will now miss his 12th consecutive contest while recovering from a foot injury. The 6-foot-3 senior averaged 9.9 points, 3.3 rebounds and 4.9 assists while starting each of the first 11 games of the season. Johnson's next chance to suit up will come versus Rutgers on Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up, but won't play Tuesday Johnson (foot) is dressed in uniform for warmups ahead of Tuesday's game versus Maryland but won't play, Jeff Rabjohns of 247sports.com reports.

Impact Johnson will miss his 11th straight game due to a foot injury Tuesday. The 6-foot-3 guard's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Purdue.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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