JAMES ROJAS NEWS

Scores 19 points in first half Rojas finished Thursday's 83-78 loss to Memphis with 19 points (7-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-8 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two steals over 25 minutes.

Impact Rojas was on fire from the field in the first half of Thursday's close loss, finishing as the teams leading scorer. His 19-point performance tied his career high, which he had reached twice previously this season. Though he scored 19 points in the first half, Rojas was held scoreless in the second half. Rojas is the third leading scorer on the team this season, averaging 9.7 points per game.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies double-double Sunday Rojas supplied 12 points (4-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals in 30 minutes during Sunday's 71-69 victory over SMU.

Impact Rojas tallied his second double-double of the season and second in three games on Sunday. The senior forward has heated up as of recent, reaching double figure scoring in four straight games. Through 18 games, Rojas is the third leading rebounder, averaging 5.4 per game.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four rebounds as backup Rojas recorded five points (1-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and four rebounds over 14 minutes during Tuesday's 71-48 win over Mississippi Valley State.

Impact Rojas has four rebounds across each of his last three games played. However, the senior served as a backup Tuesday and will try to be a part of Wichita's starting lineup like he was in between Nov. 17 and Dec. 3.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. MVS Rojas (illness) is available Tuesday versus Mississippi Valley State, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Rojas will not have to sit out more than one game because of his recent illness. He logged four points (2-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and two steals across 24 minutes during the Shockers' matchup at Kansas State on Dec. 3.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Rojas (illness) will be inactive for Wichita State as they take on Longwood, Taylor Eldridge of The Wichita Eaglereports.

Impact Rojas will miss his first game of the season due to illness. The 6-foot-6 senior has appeared in all eight games this season, averaging 6.5 points, 4.5 rebounds and 0.8 steals on 22.4 minutes per game. Rojas will have his next opportunity to return Dec. 13, against Mississippi Valley State.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Getting start on Thursday Rojas will start Thursday's game against Richmond, Taylor Eldridge of The Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Rojas started four games over the last two seasons with Alabama, but has come off the bench in the first two games with the Shockers. He is averaging 6.5 points and 5.0 rebounds in 19.5 minutes thus far.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Former Alabama Forward James Rojas Announces Transfer to Wichita State The 6-foot-8, 220-pound forward averaged 5.4 points and 2.5 rebounds last season.

APRIL 17, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Alabama Basketball F James Rojas Enters Transfer Portal Rojas has one year of COVID eligibility remaining and looks to be taking advantage of it.

APRIL 12, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Alabama basketball forward James Rojas enters NCAA transfer portal Rojas appeared in 47 games the last two seasons, making four starts.

APRIL 12, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

Getting Senior Day start Rojas will start Saturday's game against South Carolina.

Impact Rojas is one of a number of seniors joining the lineup Saturday as Alabama honors the group. He could see a few extra minutes as a result but it's unlikely to impact his workload too much.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Tuesday Rojas isn't starting Tuesday's game at Auburn.

Impact The senior forward started the past two games for the Crimson Tide, but Juwan Gary will enter the lineup Tuesday. Rojas has averaged 4.4 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 15.0 minutes over five games since returning from the ACL injury.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Rojas will join the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against Georgia.

Impact Rojas has played off the bench each of the last three games but posted his best game to date Saturday, racking up six points and six boards over just 12 minutes. It's unclear how many minutes the senior big man can handle Tuesday, but his inclusion in the starting lineup could suggest he's in line for a slightly larger workload.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

James Rojas' toughness providing spark for Alabama basketball team "Expect him to be in the rotation a lot sooner in this game than he was the last game."

JANUARY 18, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

Early return from ACL injury Rojas (knee) ended Saturday's 78-76 loss to Mississippi State with six points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and two steals across 17 minutes.

Impact It was originally thought that the return of Rojas would be delayed until Wednesday against LSU, but the 6-8 forward was back in action Saturday and relatively effective in his short time on the court. He's only about seven months removed from offseason ACL surgery, but Rojas has the potential to provide valuable frontcourt minutes -- perhaps even taking away playing time from the likes of Noah Gurley and Juwan Gary. Still, it remains to be seen how his minutes will be managed by coach Nate Oats moving forward.

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return to face LSU Coach Nate Oats said Rojas (knee) could possibly return for Alabama's game against LSU on Wednesday, Mike Rodak of AL.com reports.

Impact Unfortunately, this does mean that Rojas will not play against Mississippi State on Saturday. Rojas has not played yet this season but when he does return he may not have a huge role as Charles Bediako and Noah Gurley appear well above him in the rotation.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming for return in 2-3 weeks Rojas (knee) is targeting a return to the floor in 2-to-3 weeks, Mike Rodak of AL.com reports.

Impact Rojas hasn't made an appearance yet this season but appears to be drawing closer to his first action of the season. If the timetable holds true, Rojas would be looking at a mid-to-late January season debut.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on track for January return Head coach Nate Oats said that Rojas (knee) remains on track for a return by January, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Rojas underwent knee surgery to repair a torn ACL back in June. The senior should be able to work his way to the froncourt rotation upon his return to the lineup in January provided there are not setbacks.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alabama basketball: Rojas has 'successful surgery' for torn ACL Alabama forward James Rojas had what UA medical officials called “successful surgery” for a torn ACL on Tuesday morning, per Crimson Tide he...

JUNE 15, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Alabama forward Rojas has surgery to repair torn ACL Alabama forward James Rojas had surgery to repair a torn ACL.

JUNE 15, 2021 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Alabama forward Rojas has surgery to repair torn ACL Alabama forward James Rojas had surgery to repair a torn ACL

JUNE 15, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Alabama forward Rojas has surgery to repair torn ACL

Alabama forward James Rojas had surgery to repair a torn ACL

JUNE 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still yet to practice Rojas (undisclosed) has yet to return to practice but coach Nate Oats is hopeful that he can play Tuesday against Kentucky, Cecil Hurt of The Tuscaloosa News reports.

Impact Rojas is dealing with an undisclosed medical issue. The fact that he hasn't been able to return to practice is not a great sign, but we'll have to wait until closer to game-time to see if he is indeed able to suit up against the Wildcats.

JANUARY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to return Kentucky Coach Nate Oats said that he is hopeful Rojas (undisclosed) can return for Tuesday's game against Kentucky, Mike Rodak of AL.com reports.

Impact Rojas is out due to a medical condition of some kind. Coach Oats said that he was not doing well as of now, but he could be back soon. We'll have to wait and see if he can gain clearance at some point next week.

JANUARY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to "medical condition" Rojas will not take the court Saturday because of a "medical condition," Cecil Hurt of The Tuscaloosa News reports.

Impact Rojas had has carved out a significant bench role for the Crimson Tide this season, averaging 14.6 minutes per contest. Unfortunately, he's dealing with some sort of medical problem that will prevent him from taking the floor Saturday, leaving his minutes open to others in the regular rotation.

JANUARY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays nine minutes in return Rojas (wrist) registered two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across nine minutes during Tuesday's 82-64 victory over Mississippi.

Impact Rojas missed the team's last game due to a wrist injury, but he returned to provide small additions on both ends of the floor during his nine minutes. Rojas has started one game this season, so he figures to continue providing frontcourt depth off the bench. Through eight games this season, the junior is averaging 3.9 points and 3.6 rebounds over 14.8 minutes.

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE