CLIFFORD OMORUYI NEWS

Records double-double in win Omoruyi notched 13 points (4-6 FG, 5-8 FT), 12 rebounds, four blocks and one steal in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 66-63 win over Indiana.

Impact Omoruyi has been a consistent contributor for the Scarlet Knights across the last month, as he scored in double figures in eight of his nine appearances since the start of February and has posted double-doubles in two of the last five games. He's averaged 14.4 points and 7.4 rebounds in 32.2 minutes per game across his last nine appearances.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Approaches double-double in win Omoruyi closed with eight points (3-6 FG, 2-5 FT), nine rebounds and four blocks over 33 minutes during Saturday's 63-61 victory over Nebraska.

Impact Omoruyi came close to picking up a double-double in Saturday's narrow victory, but he was ultimately unable to post double figures in any category. The sophomore has now been held to single-digit scoring totals in four of the last five games, and he's averaged 7.2 points and 10.6 rebounds in 28.2 minutes per contest during that time.

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dominant on boards Omoruyi amassed seven points (3-9 FG, 1-3 FT), 14 rebounds, three blocks and two steals across 26 minutes during Wednesday's 48-46 win over Iowa.

Impact Omoruyi was held to single figures in the scoring column for a second consecutive game Wednesday since he converted just 33.3 percent of his attempts from the floor. However, the sophomore brought in a season-high 14 rebounds and has now logged at least 10 boards in five of the last six games. During that time, he's averaged 9.7 points and 10.3 rebounds in 27.0 minutes per contest. He did take a scary fall in the second half and needed to be tended to by team trainers, but the lower-leg issue seemed to resolve itself quickly, and Omoruyi was back in the contest minutes afterwards.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double in loss Omoruyi totaled 12 points (6-9 FG), 12 rebounds, two blocks and one steal over 33 minutes during Tuesday's 66-49 loss to Penn State.

Impact Omoruyi has been productive since the start of the calendar year, as he now has two double-doubles in his four appearances since Jan. 1. Across that span, he's averaged 11.3 points and 9.5 rebounds in 26.5 minutes per game.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts double-double in win Omoruyi produced 19 points (9-12 FG, 1-1 FT) and 12 rebounds over 20 minutes during Saturday's 79-48 win over Central Connecticut State.

Impact Omoruyi didn't see excessive playing time in Saturday's blowout win, but he posted his second double-double of the year while scoring in double figures for a fourth consecutive game. The sophomore is now averaging 12.4 points and 7.3 rebounds in 26.3 minutes per game this year.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in loss Omoruyi logged 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-3 FT), six rebounds and one assist in 31 minutes during Sunday's 77-63 loss to Seton Hall.

Impact Omoruyi converted 62.5 percent of his attempts from the floor in Sunday's matchup, and he tied for the highest scoring total on the team in the loss. He's now scored 10-plus points in six of the last seven games and has averaged 11.9 points and 5.9 rebounds in 26.3 minutes per contest during that time.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly records double-double Omoruyi contributed 14 points (5-7 FG, 4-6 FT), nine rebounds, three blocks and two steals in 34 minutes during Monday's 53-51 loss to Lafayette.

Impact Omoruyi was quite efficient from the floor in Monday's loss and led the Scarlet Knights on the scoreboard in spite of a modest shot volume. Although he paced the team on the boards, he came one rebound short of his third career double-double. However, the sophomore has scored in double figures in four of the first five games of the season and has averaged 11.4 points and 7.6 rebounds in 26.8 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Paces Rutgers on boards Omoruyi finished with 11 points (3-6 FG, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds and one block in 32 minutes during Saturday's 48-35 win over Merrimack.

Impact Omoruyi didn't have many looks from the floor in Saturday's low-scoring win, but he still scored in double figures while posting his first double-double of the year. After averaging just 3.8 points and 4.0 rebounds in 15.0 minutes per game last year, the sophomore has taken on a much larger role early in the 2021-22 season.

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double in win Omoruyi had 16 points (7-13 FG, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds and one assist across 24 minutes during Wednesday's 73-70 OT win over Lehigh.

Impact Omoruyi served as a starter in Wednesday's opener after coming mainly off the bench during his freshman year, and he led the Scarlet Knights in scoring and rebounds while coming within one board of a double-double. The 6-11 center appears to be in line for an increase in production this year after he averaged 3.8 points and 4.0 rebounds in 15.0 minutes per game during the 2020-21 campaign.

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Omoruyi (knee) will be available for Friday's game against Wisconsin, Brian Fonseca of NJ.com reports.

Impact Omoruyi has missed the previous five games due to a sprained right knee. He suffered the injury in a victory over Illinois earlier this season. He averaged 5.3 points and 5.8 rebounds across 18.5 minutes in six games prior to sustaining the injury.

JANUARY 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Omoruyi (knee) has been able to do some limited work in practice according to coach Steve Pikiell, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact As of now, Omoruyi is just doing drills with the team, but has not been able to do five-on-five yet. It's sounding like he might still be a little bit away, so we'll wait and see if he is able to suit up on Friday against Wisconsin.

JANUARY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Omoruyi (knee) won't play Saturday against Ohio State, according to Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press.

Impact Omoruyi's knee injury seems to be more complicated than initially thought and, as a result, he will miss his fifth straight game. Without a clear timetable for his return, Omoruyi's next chance to play will come Tuesday at Penn State.

JANUARY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still yet to practice Omoruyi (knee) has still not practiced according to coach Steve Pikiell, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Omoruyi has missed the last four games due to a right knee injury. Until he is able to practice, it's not looking like Omoruyi will be available any time soon. We should get further updates on his status in the coming weeks.

JANUARY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Tuesday Omoruyi (knee) will remain out for Tuesday's game against Michigan State, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact The freshman center will miss a fourth straight contest as he tends to a right knee injury. Myles Jonson will presumably start in his place once again.

JANUARY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Omoruyi (knee) won't be playing Saturday against Iowa, according to Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press.

Impact Omoroyi hasn't played since Dec. 20, and this means he will now be absent for three straight games. His next chance to play will come Jan. 5 at Michigan State.

JANUARY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to practice Omoruyi (knee) isn't expected to take the floor during practice Thursday, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Omoruyi continues to tend to a knee issue that has kept him on the sidelines for the last pair of games. It's unclear exactly how severe the knee issue is, but it's something that can compound for a big man if not given proper time, so Omoruyi will likely be given all he needs. If he can't play again Saturday versus Iowa, look for junior big man Myles Johnson to be tasked with holding Nasmith candidate Luka Garza in check.

DECEMBER 31, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out with knee issue Omoruyi (knee) remains a little ways away from returning according to coach Steve Pikiell, Jerry Carino fo the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Omoruyi has been unable to practice due to a sprained knee. Coach Pikiell said that Omoruyi will need to have a few practices before he can play in a game, which will rule him out for Tuesday's contest against Purdue. Saturday's contest against Iowa seems like a longshot as well at this point.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Yet to practice Omoruyi (knee) is not practicing at all, Zach Braziller of the New York Post reports.

Impact Omoruyi suffered a knee sprain on Sunday against Illinois and hasn't been able to do practice of any kind yet. It's looking like he will not play again in 2021, but he doesn't have a timetable for a return. Rutgers has been beat up with injuries this season.

DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Out indefinitely Omoruyi (knee) will be out indefinitely, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Omoruyi suffered a knee sprain in Sunday's game against Illinois. We likely will not see Omoruyi again until 2021, as Rutgers has only games on Wednesday against Ohio State and Dec. 29 against Purdue left on it's 2020 schedule. More updates should come in the coming weeks depending on how Omoruyi gets through practice.

DECEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with knee injury Omoruyi recorded two rebounds, two blocks and a steal in 10 minutes of action before leaving Sunday's game against Illinois with a knee injury, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Pres...

Impact Omoruyi suffered a non-contact knee injury two minutes into the second half and required assistance getting off the court. He went back into the locker room and later returned to the bench with a brace on his right knee but never re-entered the game. Head coach Steve Pikiell couldn't provide much of an update on the injury after the game but is hopeful the issue is nothing major. Omoruyi is expected to have his knee checked out Monday to determine the severity of the injury.

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up double-double Wednesday Omoruyi totaled 14 points (6-6 FG, 2-4 FT), 11 rebounds and one steal over 22 minutes in Wednesday's 86-63 win over Sacred Heart.

Impact Omoruyi earned a spot in the starting five for his first NCAA action Wednesday, and he proved himself in his debut by posting a double-double. It's unclear how he'll respond to tougher competition later in the season, but he got off to a strong start in his first game with the Scarlet Knights.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE