EMMANUEL OKORAFOR NEWS

Continues supplementary role Okorafor totaled two rebounds and one block over seven minutes during Sunday's 61-60 loss to Georgetown.

Impact Okorafor continued to serve as a reserve option in the close loss to the Hoyas, playing just seven minutes even with a start. The 6-foot-9 junior has started five straight matchups for the Pirates, averaging just 2.6 points and 3.6 rebounds in that stretch. Even if he continues to start, he hasn't proven to be a consistent contributor at this point in the year.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Wagner Okorafor (undisclosed) will be available for Seton Hall's game against Wagner, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Okorafor has yet to play this season, but he's in line to make his debut in a buy game for Seton Hall. The forward averaged 2.4 points and 2.2 rebounds last season for Louisville.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Hofstra Okorafor (undisclosed) will remain out on Wednesday night against Hofstra, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Okorafor has yet to play a game this season, and that won't change for the Louisville transfer Wednesday night. His next chance to suit up will come on Nov. 16 against Wagner.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another DNP Saturday Okorafor (undisclosed) did not play in Saturday's 57-56 loss to Fordham.

Impact Okorafor missed his second straight game Saturday as he continues to deal with an undisclosed injury. The extent of his injury and his timetable for return is still unknown. His next chance to play is Wednesday versus Hofstra.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Monday Okorafor (undisclosed) did not appear in Monday's 57-53 win over St. Peter's.

Impact Okorafor has been suffering from a minor injury this offseason which ultimately held him out in Monday's season opener. The 6-foot-9 junior's next opportunity to return will come against Fordham on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Affected by minor injury Okorafor is being affected by a minor injury, according to Jerry Carino of The Asbury Park Press.

Impact Monday is Seton Hall's media day, and Okorafor is the Pirates' only player absent from their festivities. At the moment, Seton Hall's team is not scheduled for any preseason games, meaning the Pirates' next game is currently their 2024-25 opener against Saint Peter's on Nov. 4.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Commits to Seton Hall Okorafor announced his commitment to Seton Hall on Wednesday.

Impact Except for Prince Aligbe, Okorafor is one of five relatively inexperienced bigs eligible to be a regular part of Seton Hall's rotation, per Jerry Carino of The Asbury Park Press. Okorafor spent two years with Louisville, the latter year serving as a semi-regular option.

MAY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Enters transfer portal Okorafor has entered the transfer portal, Jamie Shaw of On3.com reports.

Impact Okorafor is the latest Louisville player to enter the transfer portal. The big man logged 20 appearances off the bench for the Cardinals during the 2023-24 season, averaging 2.4 points and 2.2 rebounds across 6.9 minutes per game.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Miami Okorafor (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Miami, Matt McGavic of SI.com reports.

Impact Okorafor will miss his third consecutive game as he nurses an ankle injury. His next chance to suit up will be in Saturday's encounter with NC State.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Availability status day-to-day Okorafor (ankle) is day-to-day, per Matt McGavic of SI.com.

Impact Okorafor was day-to-day before sitting out the Cardinals' first game of 2024 and will continue to be said status while preparing for their matchup Wednesday at Miami.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Saturday Okorafor (ankle) will not appear in Saturday's matchup with Pittsburgh, Matt McGavic of SI.com reports.

Impact Okorafor is set to miss his second-consecutive game with an ankle injury as the Cardinals host the Panthers. The 6-foot-9 sophomore has appeared in 10 games this season, receiving an average of 6.8 minutes per game.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Okorafor will miss Wednesday's game against Virginia due to an ankle issue, Brooks Holton of the Courier Journal reports.

Impact Okorafor generally plays a handful of minutes off the bench for the Cardinals, but he joins a decent contingent of players who will be out of commission Wednesday. His next opportunity to rejoin the mix surfaces Saturday against Pittsburgh.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

The Courier-Journal Facing Kentucky basketball for first time, U of L's Emmanuel Okorafor finished with 16 points, five rebounds and a block during 2023 GLOBL JAM game.

JULY 16, 2023 • COURIER-JOURNAL.COM

Not warming up Okorafor (ankle) is not warming up ahead of Tuesday's game against Boston College, Brooks Holton of The Courier Journal reports.

Impact Okorafor, who has missed the last six games with an ankle injury, appears to be inactive for Tuesday's matchup with Boston College. The freshman forward has appeared in just five games this season, averaging 4.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.4 blocks on 14.8 minutes per game.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Coach Kenny Payne said Okorafor (ankle) remains day-to-day and is unsure if he'll play in Saturday's game versus Virginia, Brooks Holton of The Courier Journal reports.

Impact Okorafor hasn't played since Feb. 11 due to a right ankle injury. If the freshman forward is unable to suit up Saturday, his next chance to play will be in the ACC Tournament.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Tuesday Okorafor (ankle) is back in street clothes with a boot on after warming up ahead of Tuesday's game versus Virginia Tech, Matt McGavic of SI.com reports.

Impact Despite warming up, Okorafor will likely miss his fifth straight game Tuesday with a right ankle injury. However, his participation in warmups is a good sign of his availability in Saturday's matchup with Virginia.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Tuesday Okorafor (ankle) is warming up ahead of Tuesday's tilt against Virginia Tech, Tyler Greever of WHAS 11 reports.

Impact Okorafor has not officially been declared available, but his presence at pregame warmups indicates he is trending in the right direction. He has missed the previous four games with an ankle injury.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Okorafor (ankle) will be inactive for Saturday's matchup with Georgia Tech, Matt McGavic of SI.com reports.

Impact Okorafor will be inactive as expected for Saturday's showdown with Georgia Tech. The freshman forward, who has missed the last three games with an ankle injury, will have his next opportunity to return during Tuesday's matchup with Virginia Tech.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out Saturday Okorafor (ankle) isn't dressed for warmups ahead of Saturday's game versus Georgia Tech, Matt McGavic of SI.com reports.

Impact Okorafor will likely miss his fourth straight game due to an ankle injury. His next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Virginia Tech.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Okorafor (ankle) will be inactive for Monday's matchup with Duke, Brooks Holton of The Courier Journal reports.

Impact Okorafor is not warming up, and still has a boot on his right foot ahead of Monday's matchup with the Blue Devils. The freshman forward, who has appeared in just five games this season, will have his next opportunity to return Saturday against Georgia Tech.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Okorafor has been ruled out of Saturday's game against Clemson due to an ankle injury, Rick Bozich of WDRB.com reports.

Impact The absence of Okorafor shouldn't affect many fantasy rosters, as the freshman has made just five appearances for the Cardinals this season. His next chance to feature will come Monday at Duke.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kenny Payne: Emmanuel Okorafor has made Louisville basketball better Louisville's Kenny Payne says big man Emmanuel Okorafor 'perfect for what we do.' Players JJ Traynor, Mike James says Okorafor brings a lot...

JANUARY 24, 2023 • COURIER-JOURNAL.COM

Louisville Working to Make Emmanuel Okorafor Comfortable in New Setting Whether it’s on the court or away from it, the Cardinals are wanting their newest player to get comfortable before he makes his debut.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM