Geo Baker - College Basketball News & Rumors

Injures ankle in final minutes Baker suffered an ankle injury during the minutes of Tuesday's loss to Michigan State, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Baker appeared to roll his right ankle at the end of Tuesday's game. The extent of the injury is currently unknown, so his availability for the team's next game Saturday at Ohio State could be in jeopardy. If Baker misses time, Paul Mulcahy will likely run the point for the Scarlet Knights.

JANUARY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Regaining old form Baker had 19 points (7-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT) to go along with six rebounds, four assists and two steals across 37 minutes in Tuesday's 81-76 victory over Purdue.

Impact Baker finally looks like his old self, as the senior started his first game for the Scarlet Knights since the season opener back on Nov. 25. He then missed three games with an ankle injury and was used conservatively upon returning, but Baker was one of the driving factors Tuesday night on a team that's been decimated by injury overall. Rutgers was without both Ron Harper (ankle) and Cliff Omoruyi (knee), and while Baker isn't considered a post player, he and Montez Mathis (25 points) more than made up for the losses with backcourt production. Baker and the Scarlet Knights now look ahead to a pace-boosted matchup against Iowa on Saturday.

DECEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Still not starting Baker is not included in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Illinois.

Impact Baker returned to action last Monday after missing three games ankle sprain but came off the bench. It's expected that he'll retain his starting role down the road but that won't happen Sunday as he'll enter the game off the bench while backing up Paul Mulcahy for a second straight game.

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 15 in return Baker (ankle) had 15 points (6-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt) to go along with three rebounds and three assists across 28 minutes off the bench in Monday's 74-60 victory over Maryland.

Impact While Baker participated in warmups Monday, not much was expected from the senior after he wasn't in the announced starting lineup. Baker ultimately defied expectations, missing only three games due to what was considered a serious ankle sprain. He'll have some time to recover before Sunday's contest against Illinois, where a return to the starting five seems like the logical next step. While Rutgers has been getting strong performances from the likes of Ron Harper and Jacob Young in his absence, it was Baker who had been considered the team's primary offensive option heading into the season.

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Monday Baker (ankle) was spotted warming up ahead of Monday's game with Marland, Lila Bromberg of Yahoo Sports reports.

Impact Baker was considered questionable according to coach Steve Pikiell. It's still not clear if he will indeed suit up, but Baker is likely testing his ankle to see how it feels. If he can play it would give a huge lift to the Scarlet Knights.

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Has a shot to play Monday Baker (ankle) is considered questionable for Monday's matchup at Maryland, Jeff Goodman of WatchStadium.com reports.

Impact Rutgers head coach Steve Pikiell relayed that Baker is coming off a good day of practice and that "maybe he can get on the court tonight" in reference to the senior's status. Baker suffered this injury in the season opener and has missed all three games since, though the Scarlet Knights remain a perfect 4-0. If that streak is going to continue into Big Ten play, Rutgers will certainly need last year's second-leading scorer. Baker's eventual return will likely affect the minutes of Paul Mulcahy the most.

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gets in a workout Saturday Baker (ankle) practiced for the first 40 minutes of Saturday's session and will continue to ramp up his activity before being cleared, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Baker suffered a serious ankle sprain in the team's season opener against Sacred Heart but seems to be getting closer to a return. After going 40 minutes in practice Saturday, Baker will likely ramp up his time to an hour Sunday and continue to progress during the upcoming week. Rutgers opens conference play Monday against Maryland but Baker is considered a longshot to be available for that game. There is a chance he could return Dec. 20 against Illinois, however.

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Rutgers head coach Steve Pikiell said Monday that Baker (ankle) will return "soon," though the team has yet to establish a target date for the senior's availability, Jon Rothstein...

Impact Since Baker has yet to resume practicing while he looks to move past the sprained left ankle, he won't be available to play Tuesday versus Syracuse. Rutgers will likely track Baker's progress over the next few days before determining if he may be fit to play at some point next week.

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Out indefinitely Coach Steve Pikiell said Friday that Baker (ankle) won't return for Rutgers in the near future, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Baker sprained his ankle during Wednesday's season opener, and he was unable to suit up Friday against Farleigh-Dickinson. He's reportedly in a walking boot, and Pikiell said that he doesn't expect that he'll shed it soon. "He's not going to play anytime soon," Pikiell said. "The boot will be on for a little bit here."

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Friday Baker (ankle) didn't warm up with the team and has been ruled out for Friday's game against Fairleigh-Dickinson, Brian Fonseca of NJ.com reports.

Impact Baker suffered a "bad ankle sprain" in the season opener against Sacred Heart on Wednesday, so he's predictably unable to play just two days later. Montez Mathis is a candidate to fill in for Baker on Friday.

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Potentially serious injury Coach Steve Pikiell said that Baker suffered a "bad ankle sprain" during Wednesday's season opener against Sacred Heart, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact Pikiell didn't provide a timeline for Baker's return, only stating that the team would see how he responds to treatment. His status for Friday's game against Fairleigh-Dickinson is highly questionable at this time.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Injury bug bites early Baker was spotted on crutches after exiting Wednesday's season opener against Sacred Heart, Brian Fonseca of NJ.com reports.

Impact It appears to be a left ankle injury for Baker, who recorded a point, a rebound and an assist prior to exiting. The senior will presumably be questionable at best for Friday's scheduled matchup against Fairleigh-Dickinson.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Rutgers upsets Maryland: Geo Baker on electric RAC atmosphere

MARCH 4, 2020 • YOUTUBE

Rutgers dominates No. 9 Maryland 78-67 to deny Terps conference title

MARCH 4, 2020 • Fox Sports

Rutgers Rallies for Win in OT | Northwestern at Rutgers | Feb. 9, 2020

FEBRUARY 10, 2020 • YOUTUBE

No. 24 Rutgers tops Nebraska 75-72 on Baker's 3-pointer

Geo Baker hit a 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds left to lift No. 24 Rutgers to a 75-72 victory over Nebraska

JANUARY 25, 2020

No. 24 Rutgers tops Nebraska 75-72 on Baker's 3-pointer

Rutgers' Geo Baker throws down vicious dunk to put away Indiana late

JANUARY 16, 2020 • Fox Sports

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Rutgers dominates No. 9 Maryland 78-67 to deny Terps conference title

No. 24 Rutgers tops Nebraska 75-72 on Baker's 3-pointer

Rutgers' Geo Baker throws down vicious dunk to put away Indiana late

McConnell subs for Baker, leads Rutgers past Huskers 79-62

Rutgers' Geo Baker out indefinitely because of thumb injury

Baker’s 20 lead Rutgers over Penn State 64-60