DECEMBER 15, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
Excerpt: Mick Cronin on Myles Johnson, Cody Riley UCLA head coach Mick Cronin discusses what he sees from Myles Johnson and gives an update on Cody Riley...
May return Wednesday Coach Mick Cronin hopes to get Riley (knee) back in action Wednesday versus Alabama State, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact Cronin indicated he would like to have Riley get in on a tune-up game before Saturday's showdown with North Carolina but noted the decision is up to the senior big man. Riley hasn't appeared in a game since the opener but practiced Tuesday and appears to be cleared to play if he's feeling up to it. Riley returning to action Wednesday could also open up a bit more playing time Saturday, so it will be worth monitoring his status ahead of the opening tip.
DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Doesn't end up playing Riley (knee) did not end up playing in Saturday's 67-56 win over Marquette.
Impact Riley had a chance to return Saturday and was even seen getting some shots up early during warmups but did not end up taking the floor. The 6-9 senior hasn't played since spraining his MCL in the season opener but appears close to returning to the floor. His next chance to suit up will be Dec. 15 against Alabama State.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not in starting lineup Riley (knee) is not in the starting five for Saturday's game against Marquette.
Impact Riley was questionable heading into Saturday's game and was seen going through warmups. It's evident now that even if active, Riley will not be in the starting lineup but could provide some minutes behind Myles Johnson if he ends up playing.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Warming up early Riley (knee) is warming up ahead of Saturday's game against Marquette, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact Riley appears on track to make his long awaited return to the floor after he suffered a sprained MCL in the season opener. The 6-9 senior started the opener but got injured just four minutes in. It's unclear if head coach Mick Cronin plans to re-insert Riley back into the starting lineup immediately or slowly work him back in.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Cronin on Marquette, Shaka Smart, Cody Riley, Adapting to Personnel UCLA coach Mick Cronin talked about playing Marquette in Milwaukee for the team's first real road game, going against coach Shaka Smart, how...
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
Could play against Marquette Riley (knee) has a chance to play against Marquette on Saturday, 247Sports.com reports.
Impact Riley is currently day-to-day and continuing to recover from an MCL sprain in the season opener. He was spotted in practice on Thursday with a brace on his knee and looked solid. We should know more about his chances to play as tip-off draws closer.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Described as day-to-day Riley (knee) is listed as day-to-day according to coach Mick Cronin, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Riley is still working his way back from a MCL sprain suffered the season opener. Saturday's game against Marquette has been one that the team appears to be targeting for a potential return to action for Riley.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out against Colorado Riley (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Colorado, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact Riley was not expected to return until potentially some point next week. He suffered an MCL sprain in his let knee during the opener, which has tested the depth of the UCLA frontcourt. We should get more updates in the coming days in regards to Riley's status.
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No. 1 Gonzaga turns showdown with No. 2 UCLA into 83-63 rout
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Should return in two weeks Riley (knee) should return to action in about two weeks, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact The senior has missed the past four matchups with a MCL sprain in his left knee, and it appears that Riley will likely continue to be sidelined for at least the next two weeks. The center hasn't played since suffering the injury in the season opener. With Riley still out, Myles Johnson will presumably remain in the starting lineup until Riley is cleared to return to the floor.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No. 2 UCLA blows out North Florida 98-63 for 4th win in row
Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 20 points, Johnny Juzang added 17 and No. 2 UCLA rolled to a 98-63 victory over North FloridaNOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Likely out next week Coach Mick Cronin said after Wednesday's win over North Florida that Riley (knee) isn't expected to play next week, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact Riley suffered an MCL sprain in the season opener and has been sidelined the past three games, and it appears he'll be sidelined for at least a couple more contests. Myles Johnson should continued to start in his absence for UCLA.
NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Gonzaga, UCLA, Kansas top AP Top 25; Michigan up to No. 4
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No. 2 UCLA rallies to beat No. 4 Villanova 86-77
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UCLA's Cody Riley has a sprained knee ligament, could return in a few weeks LOS ANGELES — UCLA redshirt senior forward Cody Riley has been diagnosed with a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee after h...
NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
UCLA's Riley out vs. No. 4 Villanova after injuring knee
UCLA’s Cody Riley has a left medial collateral ligament sprain and won’t play Friday when the second-ranked Bruins host No. 4 VillanovaNOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out Friday Riley (knee) won't play in Friday's game against Villanova after suffering a sprained MCL in his left knee, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact After he left Tuesday's game against Cal State Bakersfield early due to a left knee injury, Riley's MRI results revealed a sprained MCL. As a result, he'll be forced to miss Friday's game against Villanova at a minimum before he's re-evaluated next week. If Riley has to miss additional time moving forward, Myles Johnson and Kenneth Nwuba could see increased roles in the Bruins' frontcourt.
NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to face Nova Riley (knee) is unlikely to play in Friday's game against Villanova, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Riley left Tuesday's game against Cal State Bakersfield with a left knee injury. The team is still waiting on the MRI result to find out the full extent of the damage. Myles Johnson and Kenneth Nwuba are now in position to see more action for at least Friday's game if not further.
NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No. 2 UCLA thumps Bakersfield 95-58 in opener, Riley injured
Johnny Juzang scored 19 points to lead four starters in double figures and No. 2 UCLA routed Cal State Bakersfield 95-58 in the teams’ season openerNOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Suffers knee injury Riley won't return to Tuesday's game against Cal State Bakersfield after suffering a left knee injury, 247Sports.com reports.
Impact Riley was able to leave the court under his own power after suffering the injury during the first half, though he won't be retaking the court Tuesday. He didn't attempt a shot and had three rebounds before going down with the injury. Riley's availability for Friday's matchup with Villanova is now up in the air.
NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
College Basketball: Top 12 nonconference matchups this season
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Led by Juzang, No. 2 UCLA carries title hopes into season
The second-ranked UCLA Bruins return nearly everyone from last season's surprising Final Four runOCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
