EARL TIMBERLAKE NEWS

Returning to Bryant Timberlake will return to Bryant for the 2024-25 season, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact After exploring his options in the transfer portal, Timberlake has opted to rejoin the Bulldogs. The 6-foot-6 senior, who has spent the last two seasons with Bryant, averaged 14.1 points, 8.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.2 blocks across 31 games during the 2023-24 season (29 starts). Retaining Timberlake is a massive development for Phil Martelli Jr. and the Bulldogs following their NCAA Tournament upset over Kentucky.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Timberlake (hand) is out for Tuesday's matchup against UML, Nick Coit of 1037WEEIFM reports.

Impact Timberlake will miss his third-straight game as Bryant attempts to win their semifinal matchup against UML. The senior forward averages 14.1 points and 8.7 rebounds on the year, and his status should be monitored if the Bulldogs were to win and go to the finals in their conference tournament.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss finale Timberlake will not play in Tuesday's regular season finale against Albany due to a hand injury, Jordan Majewski of SBNation.com reports.

Impact Timberlake is wearing a splint on his left hand, which indicates that his availability for postseason play could be in jeopardy as well. The senior exited Saturday's win over NJIT after just 18 minutes of action, but he had been a tear across seven games prior, averaging 18.9 points, 9.6 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.4 steals.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Timberlake scores 21, Bryant defeats Binghamton 70-69

Led by Earl Timberlake's 21 points, the Bryant Bulldogs defeated the Binghamton Bearcats 70-69

FEBRUARY 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Timberlake scores 26 to help Bryant earn 98-89 win over Albany

Led by Earl Timberlake's 26 points, the Bryant Bulldogs defeated the University of Albany Great Danes 98-89

JANUARY 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Timberlake scores 23 as Bryant takes down NJIT 79-78

Led by Earl Timberlake's 23 points, the Bryant Bulldogs defeated the NJIT Highlanders 79-78 on Wednesday night

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Timberlake scores 18 as Bryant knocks off Maine 71-53

Earl Timberlake had 18 points in Bryant’s 71-53 victory against Maine

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Timberlake nets 23 in Bryant's 104-97 OT win over Manhattan

Led by Earl Timberlake's 23 points, the Bryant Bulldogs defeated the Manhattan Jaspers 104-97 in overtime on Sunday

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Double-double as backup Timberlake racked up 23 points (8-11 FG, 7-12 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 26 minutes before fouling out of Sunday's 104-97 OT win over Manhattan.

Impact Timberlake has his first double-double of December. Despite recently serving as a backup, fantasy managers should not expect him being that across Bryant's future games. Timberlake averaged 14.9 points and 8.1 rebounds from Nov. 7 to Dec. 2.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available at Manhattan Timberlake is available Sunday at Manhattan, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Because of a physical illness, Bryant sat out the Bulldogs' last two games played. He averaged 14.9 points and 8.1 rebounds from Nov. 7 to Dec. 2.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

St. John’s, Arkansas, Providence atop Andy Katz's transfer tiers

Which men's college basketball teams have improved the most through the transfer portal? Andy Katz provides his tiers.

APRIL 21, 2022

Ruled out Tuesday Timberlake (shoulder) will not be available for Tuesday's game against Cincinnati, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Timberlake only played six minutes in last Saturday's game against Houston. He will have some time to rehab his shoulder before the next scheduled matchup with SMU on Sunday. Timberlake is averaging 5.4 points and 4.1 rebounds per contest.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Timberlake is not in the starting lineup Saturday against Houston, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Timberlake is moving to the bench after starting five of the last six games while Landers Nolley draws into the lineup. The last time Timberlake came off the bench, he pulled down eight rebounds and scored eight points against East Carolina.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat sheet Thursday Timberlake contributed eight points (3-4 FG, 2-6 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists and one block across 23 minutes during Thursday's 71-54 victory over East Carolina.

Impact Timberlake neared a double-double Thursday, efficiently getting to the bucket and collecting 10 rebounds as well. The 6-foot-6 also got his passing game involved, adding five assists across 23 minutes on the court off the bench. Timberlake had started the last nine games in which he had appeared in, but entered off the bench Thursday.

JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against East Carolina Timberlake (concussion) is available Saturday against East Carolina, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact The Miami transfer traveled with the team Saturday after missing Wednesday's contest against UCF with a concussion. Now it has been confirmed that Timberlake will indeed be available. He had started four straight games before his injury, but it's unclear if he's ready to rejoin the starting lineup.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes trip with team Timberlake (concussion) has traveled with the team for Saturday's game versus East Carolina, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Timberlake seems to have a good shot to retake the floor after missing the last contest due to concussion protocols. Based on his inclusion on the trip, it would seem the protocols are behind him and Timberlake figures to be in line to take the floor versus the Pirates.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday Timberlake (head) will not play Thursday, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact After leaving last Saturday's game early and entering concussion protocols, Timberlake will not play Wednesday as he remains in the protocols. The 6-foot-6 forward will miss his second game of the season and will be replaced by Tyler Harris in the starting lineup. His next chance to return is Saturday against East Carolina.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In concussion protocols Timberlake (head) is going through concussion protocols, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Timberlake departed Saturday's game versus Cincinnati with a head injury and has been confirmed to be working his way back through concussion protocols. His status for Wednesday remains highly in question but should be answered during or before pregame warmups.

JANUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game with head injury Timberlake (head) left Sunday night's game against Cincinnati with a head injury, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact After the game, coach Penny Hardaway told the media that he thought Timberlake had a concussion, though the forwards actual injury status has yet to be confirmed.Timberlake exited Sunday's game having played 11 minutes, scoring 0 points while collecting two rebounds and an assist.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Strong line in return from knee issue Timberlake ended Wednesday's 85-84 loss to Tulane with 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and two blocks in 32 minutes.

Impact Timberlake was back from a one-game absence due to a knee issue. He ended up putting together his best game of the season, setting a season high in points and tying season highs in rebounds, assists, and blocks. Timberlake will likely stay in the starting five on Saturday against Wichita State.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Playing, starting Wednesday Timberlake (knee) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with Tulane, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Timberlake is set to return to the lineup following a one-game absence due to a knee issue. The sophomore is averaging 5.3 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 17.0 minutes per game this season.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hoping to rejoin action Saturday Coach Penny Hardaway is hopeful to have Timberlake (knee) in the mix Saturday versus Tennessee, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Timberlake missed the team's previous contest against Alabama due to a knee issue but looks to be a candidate for a short absence based on Hardaway's comments. Official word on his status should drop ahead of the opening tip.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play as expected Timberlake (knee) did not end up playing in Tuesday's game against Alabama.

Impact Timberlake was listed as a game-time decision, but deemed unlikely to play due to a knee injury. Memphis decided to play it safe and hold Timberlake out for this one. Their next game is on Saturday against Tennessee.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Tuesday Timberlake is unlikely to play but is a game-time decision against Alabama on Tuesday, Jason Munz of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Timberlake is set to miss his first game of the season due to an apparent knee injury he suffered against Murray State on Friday. The sophomore had started the past two matchups and is currently averaging 5.3 points and 3.3 rebounds per contest.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins starting lineup Timberlake will make his first career start Saturday versus Ole Miss.

Impact Timberlake is coming off of just two points, eight boards and two assists over 17 minutes against Georgia on Wednesday, so his inclusion in the starting five is a bit surprising. Emoni Bates will move to the bench in a corresponding change.

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE