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Scores 23 in loss Baker registered 23 points (9-16 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and three steals in 39 minutes during Friday's 84-74 loss to Iowa.
Impact Baker was limited to just six points during Sunday's regular-season finale against Penn State, but he bounced back during the Scarlet Knights' first Big Ten Tournament game Friday. However, he was unable to lead the team to the semifinal round. The senior has scored in double figures in three of his last four appearances and has averaged 15.3 points and 3.5 assists in 36.3 minutes per game during that time.
MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
All-Big Ten teams, awards: Rutgers' Caleb McConnell makes history; Ron Harper Jr., Geo Baker selected ' Full results The Big Ten released its all-league selections and individual awards for the 2021-22 men’s basketball season from both the league’s coaches...
MARCH 8, 2022 • NJ.COM
Rutgers player grades, final thoughts from road win over Indiana: Ron Harper Jr., Cliff Omoruyi, Geo Baker fuel victory Rutgers outscored Indiana 21-11 in the final nine minutes to steal a crucial 66-63 win Wednesday in Bloomington, Ind.
MARCH 3, 2022 • NJ.COM
Gets hot in second half Baker finished Saturday's 66-61 loss to Wisconsin with 19 points (9-19 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, four assists and one steal in 36 minutes.
Impact Baker had a quiet first half in Saturday's matchup, but he scored 17 points after halftime to lead the Scarlet Knights on the scoreboard. He's now scored in double figures in five of his last seven appearances and has averaged 13.7 points and 3.6 assists in 34.4 minutes per game during that time.
FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Dominant against Ohio State Baker logged 25 points (9-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, six assists and two blocks across 38 minutes during Wednesday's 66-64 victory over Ohio State.
Impact Baker had been relatively inconsistent on the scoreboard across his last two appearances, but he bounced back Wednesday by knocking down 64.3 percent of his field-goal attempts in the narrow win. He's now scored in double figures in five of the last six matchups and has averaged 15.3 points, 4.0 assists and 2.8 rebounds in 36.7 minutes per game during that time.
FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores 25 in loss Baker amassed 25 points (9-17 FG, 7-14 3Pt), two assists and one steal across 33 minutes during Saturday's 68-65 loss to Minnesota.
Impact Baker was held to single-digit scoring totals in each of his last four appearances, but he stepped up with a team-high 25 points Saturday. Since the start of the calendar year, he's averaged 13.0 points, 4.3 assists and 2.3 rebounds in 32.4 minutes per game.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Leads team in assists Baker finished Saturday's 70-59 win over Maryland with eight points (4-14 FG, 0-6 3Pt), two rebounds, seven assists, three blocks and one steal in 36 minutes.
Impact Baker wasn't very efficient from the floor in Saturday's win, as he made just 28.6 percent of his field-goal attempts and failed to convert any of his attempts from beyond the arc. However, he still led the Scarlet Knights in assists. The fifth-year senior has shot just 27.3 percent from the floor across the last three games and has averaged 6.7 points and 4.7 assists in 32.3 minutes per contest across that span.
JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Efficient in win Baker supplied 11 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt), two rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one steal in 24 minutes during Saturday's 79-48 win over Central Connecticut State.
Impact Baker has made three appearances since missing time with a hamstring injury, and he's been a consistent producer since returning to the court. He's logged at least nine points in each of those outings and has averaged 10.3 points, 4.7 assists and 2.3 rebounds in 28.0 minutes per contest during that time.
JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores 11 in return Baker recorded 11 points (4-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 27 minutes during Sunday's 77-63 loss to Seton Hall.
Impact Baker came off the bench Sunday after he missed the last four games with a hamstring injury. However, he saw plenty of playing time and was one of four players to score in double figures for the Scarlet Knights. In spite of Sunday's bench role, it wouldn't be surprising to see Baker reclaim a starting role once he's regained his conditioning.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Active Sunday Baker (hamstring) is active for Sunday's contest against Seton Hall, Brian Fonseca of NJ.com reports.
Impact The senior guard has missed Rutgers past four contests but is making his return to the Scarlet Knights' lineup for their Sunday night battle against Seton Hall. It is still unclear just how many minutes Baker will in his first game back, but the 6-foot-4 guard is averaging 11.2 points and 4.0 assists per game thus far this season.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Thursday Baker (hamstring) will miss Thursday's game against Purdue, Chris Iseman of the Asbury Park Press reports.
Impact Baker's bothersome hamstring will cause him to miss at least four contests, presumably leaving Paul Mulcahy to handle most of the duties on the ball again Thursday. Ron Harper figures to be the centerpiece in the team's offense in a tough matchup versus the Boilers.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not warming up early Baker (hamstring) is not taking part in early warmups ahead of Thursday's game against Purdue, Chris Iseman of the Asbury Park Press reports.
Impact While he hasn't officially been ruled out, Baker's absence from warmups combined with the fact that he hasn't been practicing likely aligns him to sit out another game Thursday. If that's the case as expected, Paul Mulcahy figures to spend most of the time on the ball and Ron Harper will be counted on for major production offensively.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Still has not practiced Baker (hamstring) has yet to practice, 247 Sports reports.
Impact Baker has missed the last three games due to a hamstring injury. Things don't look too promising for a return on Thursday against Purdue. Rutgers is also dealing with a flu bug within the locker room, so that's another thing to keep an eye on.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Out Friday Baker (hamstring) will not suit up for Friday's contest against Illinois, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact The guard will miss his third straight contest as Rutgers takes the floor against Illinois. Paul Mulcahy and Caleb McConnell figure to continue to see additional opportunities in Baker's absence. The senior's next chance to return comes Thursday against Purdue.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Tuesday Baker (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's game against Clemson, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.
Impact Baker is set to miss his second straight game due to a hamstring injury he suffered last week against UL-Lafayette. Look for Paul Mulcahy and Caleb McConnell to continue to man the backcourt while Baker is out. His next chance to return would be Friday against Illinois.
NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Saturday Baker (leg) will not play Saturday against Massachusetts.
Impact Originally considered a game-time call for the contest, Baker will ultimately miss his first game of the 2021-22 season. Look for Paul Mulcahy to potentially see more ball-handling responsibility in his stead, with few other true fill-in options at point guard available.
NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time decision Saturday Baker (leg) is considered a game-time decision for Saturday's game against Massachusetts, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.
Impact Baker left Tuesday's game against UL-Lafayette with a leg injury and did not return. He played at least 33 minutes in each of Rutgers' four games prior to his early exit Tuesday, so there will be plenty of minutes available if he's unable to play.
NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves game with leg injury Baker left Monday's loss to UL-Lafayette with a leg injury and did not return, NJ.com reports.
Impact It's unclear how serious this injury is yet. The team does have until Saturday for their next game against UMass, so that will give Baker some time to get treatment. Jalen Miller and Aundre Hyatt would be two options to see more action if Baker is forced to miss time.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dishes out six dimes Baker ended with seven points (1-6 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds and six assists over 35 minutes during Saturday's 48-35 win over Merrimack.
Impact Baker was quite inefficient from the floor Saturday, but he found some success from the charity stripe in the low-scoring affair. The 6-4 guard led the Scarlet Knights in assists against Merrimack and has now played at least 35 minutes in each of his first two appearances this year.
NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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