ELI RICE NEWS

Makes season debut Tuesday Rice (undisclosed) managed to play in Penn State's 92-62 win over St. Francis on Tuesday.

Impact Rice made his season debut after missing the team's first two games of the season due to an undisclosed injury. During Tuesday's victory, he played just seven minutes and hauled in two rebounds bu missed both of his field-goal attempts.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Spotted warming up Rice (undisclosed) was spotted warming up for Penn State, Max Ralph of PennLive reports.

Impact Rice was deemed questionable on the Big Ten availability report, and he appears to be giving it a go in warm-ups. Notably, Miles Goodman, who was deemed out on the same report, was also spotted warming up. Thus, this doesn't mean a whole lot for Rice's availability.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable Rice (undisclosed) is questionable for Penn State's tilt with St. Francis on Tuesday.

Impact Rice has yet to play this season. The 6-foot-8 Nebraska transfer figures to provide depth at the wing for the Nittany Lions, but he may have to wait at least one more game to start making an impact in Happy Valley.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Rice (undisclosed) will not appear in Friday's matchup with UMBC.

Impact Rice is set to remain sidelined as he continues to recover from an undisclosed injury. Head coach Mike Rhoades indicated earlier this week that Rice "won't be out for too long" so a return next Tuesday against St. Francis (PA.) appears on the table for the 6-foot-8 sophomore.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available soon Rice (undisclosed) is expected to be available again soon, according to Austin Mitchell of Rivals.

Impact Even though Rice sat out Penn State's game Monday, then also included the head coach saying his injured player will be available soon. Currently, his next opportunity to play is against Maryland-Baltimore County on Friday.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing in season opener Rice (undisclosed) is out for Monday's season opener against Binghamton.

Impact Rice won't be available for the season opener, though there aren't many details regarding what kind of injury he's battling. Even when available, he shouldn't play a significant role in the rotation -- he averaged just 4.2 points and 1.6 rebounds per game in 17 outings off the bench in 2023-24. His next chance to play will come against Maryland-Baltimore County on Friday.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 19 • 247SPORTS.COM

Penn State basketball lands former Nebraska wing Eli Rice out of NCAA Transfer Portal Learn more about Penn State's latest NCAA Transfer Portal acquisition – former Nebraska wing Eli Rice.

APRIL 19 • 247SPORTS.COM

Penn State continues to load up on upside in the transfer portal with addition of Eli Rice Lions247 breaks down the commitment of Eli Rice and what it means for Penn State moving forward.

APRIL 18 • 247SPORTS.COM

Enters transfer portal Rice (ankle) entered the NCAA's transfer portal Monday, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Rice has three seasons of collegiate eligibility remaining. The freshman's first was hindered by an ankle sprain that caused him to sit out 13 games, which includes Texas A&M defeating Nebraska on Friday.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Seemingly back in practice mix Rice (ankle) appears to be back in the practice mix, according to Robin Washut of On3.com.

Impact Rice back to practicing gives him at least a slight possibility to be available for Texas A&M, Nebraska's first-round opponent of the 2024 NCAA Tournament. While the freshman does not stand much of a chance playing a lot or at all even if available, the Cornhuskers can never be short of any depth, especially for a team also waiting on C.J. Wilcher (illness) and his status.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Rice (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against Illinois.

Impact Rice remains on the Cornhuskers' injury report as they prepare to face off against Illinois in the Big Ten Tournament Semifinals. The 6-foot-8 freshman, who has missed the last 11 games, is averaging 4.2 points and 1.6 rebounds on 9.9 minutes per game this season.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Ohio State Rice (ankle) is out for Nebraska's game Thursday at Ohio State.

Impact Rice's current absence began in February and will have lasted throughout February. After playing at Ohio State, Nebraska's team is expected to begin its March schedule Sunday against Rutgers.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Indiana Rice (ankle) is out for Nebraska's game Wednesday at Indiana, according to Robin Washut of On3.com.

Impact Rice, still dealing with a high-ankle sprain, will log his sixth consecutive DNP on Wednesday. After playing at Indiana, Nebraska's team is expected to host Minnesota next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Saturday Rice (ankle) will be inactive for Saturday's matchup with Penn State.

Impact Rice is set to miss his fifth-consecutive game as he continues to work through an ankle injury. The 6-foot-8 freshman, who is averaging 4.2 points and 1.6 rebounds on 9.9 minutes per game, will have his next opportunity to return Wednesday against Indiana.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Saturday Rice (ankle) is listed as out ahead of Saturday's contest versus Michigan.

Impact Rice will now miss his fourth game in a row while dealing with an ankle injury. The 6-foot-8 freshman has appeared off the bench in 17 games, averaging 4.2 points and 1.6 rebounds. Rice's next opportunity to suit up will arrive Saturday, Feb. 17 against Penn State.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Northwestern Rice (ankle) is out for Nebraska's game Wednesday at Northwestern.

Impact Rice will log his third consecutive DNP. After playing at Northwestern, Nebraska's team is expected to host Michigan on Saturday, when he will try to prevent having sat out all of the Cornhuskers' first half of February.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Illinois Rice (ankle) is out for Nebraska's game Sunday at Illinois.

Impact Rice will have sat out Nebraska's first games of February. After their game at Illinois, the Cornhuskers are expected to visit Northwestern for a scheduled matchup Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Notches 11 in loss Rice had 11 points (4-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and one assist in 19 minutes during Friday's 94-76 loss to Iowa.

Impact Rice cashed in 4-of-7 looks from the field, closing with 11 points and four rebounds in blowout loss against the Hawkeyes. The 6-foot-8 freshman has seen action in 13 games this season, averaging 4.4 points and 1.4 rebounds on 9.6 minutes per game. Rice remains a deep-bench option for the Cornhuskers and is unlikely to see big minutes barring a lopsided game.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in blowout Rice accumulated 16 points (4-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-8 FT) and four rebounds in 22 minutes during Thursday's 81-54 win over Florida A&M.

Impact Rice broke out for 16 points and four rebounds during Thursday's win over Florida A&M, converting 3-of-6 shots from deep. The 6-foot-8 freshman, a three-star recruit in the class of 2023, has been one of the Cornhuskers' first options off the bench so far this season.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE