KASPARAS JAKUCIONIS NEWS

Hampered by foul trouble Jakucionis notched three points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three assists, one block and one steal over nine minutes before fouling out of Sunday's 80-78 loss to Michigan State.

Impact While Jakucionis played well earlier this week following a return from a two-game absence, foul trouble -- perhaps some questionable calls -- got the best of him in this one. That at least provides a bit of an explanation as to why Jakucionis had his lowest scoring, rebounding and minutes outputs of the season. Illinois has now lost two of three, but Jakucionis has played a combined nine minutes in those defeats, so the outlook for both the Illini and their point guard remains overwhelmingly positive.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Outstanding in return Jakucionis logged 21 points (7-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds and five assists across 33 minutes during Tuesday's 94-69 win over Indiana.

Impact Jakucionis was coming off a two-game absence due to a forearm injury, but he quickly returned to form with his seventh 20-plus point game of the year and first since Dec. 22. The Illini are off to an impressive 5-2 start to Big Ten play following Tuesday's lopsided victory against a talented Indiana roster, and jakucionis has been the key driver, leading the team in both scoring (16.7 ppg) and assists (5.4 apg).

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

No. 19 Illinois uses explosive first half to rout Indiana Kylan Boswell scored 22 points and backcourt mate Kasparas Jakucionis added 21 as No.19 Illinois racked up 60 first-half points to spark a 9...

JANUARY 15 • KANSASCITY.COM

Will play vs. Hoosiers Jakucionis will suit up against Indiana, Joey Wagner of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact This is huge news for Illinois. The Illini' starting point guard, who's missed the past two games with an injury, averages 16.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 5.4 assists as a true freshman.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Jakucionis (forearm) is listed as questionable for Illinois' clash with Indiana.

Impact The star freshman has missed the Illini's last two games, but appears to be on the verge of making a return. It remains to be seen if Jakucionis will be available against the Hoosiers, but he appears to be a true game-time decision. The point guard averages 16.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 5.4 assists.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Illinois handled first game without Kasparas Jakucionis well, but struggled in the second Jan. 11—CHAMPAIGN — Kasparas Jakucionis managed to get through his typical pre-game workout with assistant coach Tyler Underwood on Saturday...

JANUARY 13 • PANTAGRAPH.COM

Out against USC Jakucionis (forearm) is out for Illinois' game Saturday against USC, according to Jeremy Werner of 247Sports.

Impact After the USC-Illinois game, UIUC's next matchup is scheduled for Tuesday at Indiana. Jakucionis will log his second DNP on Saturday. In a later post by Werner, he indicated Will Riley will be part of the Fighting Illini's starting lineup for a second straight game.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

"In uniform" but not warming up Jakucionis (forearm) is in uniform but not warming up for Illinois' game Saturday against USC, according to Derek Piper of 247Sports.

Impact Jakucionis being in uniform would normally suggest at least a possibility that he would be available for a game. However, the freshman is not warming up, suggesting that his availability may be possible but is unlikely as the Fighting Illini prepare for USC.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against USC Jakucionis (forearm) is questionable for Illinois' game Saturday against USC.

Impact Currently, the Big Ten Conference's availability report indicates Jakucionis will be a game-time decision against USC. He has scored double digits in each of his last nine games, so having him available would be huge against an Eric Musselman-led Trojans team.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

No. 13 Illinois looks to ride depth vs. Southern California Kasparas Jakucionis saw his left forearm act up in the aftermath of his team’s recent trip to the Pacific Northwest.While No.13 Illinois is...

JANUARY 10 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

No. 13 Illinois looks to ride depth vs. Southern California Kasparas Jakucionis saw his left forearm act up in the aftermath of his team’s recent trip to the Pacific Northwest.While No.13 Illinois is...

JANUARY 10 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Bob's Buzzer Beaters | No star, no sweat for Illini Jan. 8—CHAMPAIGN — About an hour before Wednesday's 8 p.m. tip, word got out that No. 13 Illinois would play Penn State without star Kaspara...

JANUARY 9 • PANTAGRAPH.COM

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JANUARY 9

Out vs. Penn State Jakucionis is out for Wednesday's game against Penn State due to a left forearm injury, Jeff Borzello of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The extent of the injury is uncertain, but it's severe enough to rule him out of this matchup. It remains to be seen if he'll be able to recover in time to face USC on Saturday.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

All-around effort in win Jakucionis notched 18 points (6-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Sunday's 81-77 victory over Washington.

Impact Jakucionis posted 18 points, five rebounds, six assists and one steal during Sunday's win over the Huskies. The 6-foot-6 freshman continues to dominate in his first year at the collegiate level, averaging 16.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.3 steals across 14 starts. Jakucionis and the Fighting Illini will look to stay on track against the Nittany Lions on Wednesday.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Hochman: Illini's Kasparas Jakucionis stakes claim as 'best point guard in the nation' Illinois' Kasparas Jakucionis plays could lead the Illini on a deep NCAA Tournament run.

JANUARY 7 • STLTODAY.COM

Jakucionis makes tiebreaking basket as No. 22 Illinois edges Washington 81-77

Kasparas Jakucionis made a tiebreaking layup with 32 seconds left, and No. 22 Illinois survived a furious comeback bid by Washington to squeak out an 81-77 victory Sunday at Alaska...

JANUARY 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Illinois basketball coach Brad Underwood addresses Oregon after Kasparas Jakucionis fuels record-breaking win | Sporting News Illinois men's basketball recorded a huge upset win over No. 9 Oregon, setting the all-time record for the largest margin of victory for a r...

JANUARY 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Jakucionis leads No. 24 Illinois against Chicago State after 21-point game

No. 24 Illinois faces the Chicago State Cougars after Kasparas Jakucionis scored 21 points in Illinois' 80-77 win over the Missouri Tigers

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 21 in win Jakucionis closed Sunday's 80-77 victory over Missouri with 21 points (5-11 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 8-8 FT), two rebounds, four assists and one steal over 37 minutes.

Impact Jakucionis converted on all eight attempts from the charity stripe, closing with a game-high 21 points against the Tigers on Sunday. 6-foot-6 freshman has been a monster for Illinois in his first collegiate season, averaging 16.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.4 steals across 11 starts.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kasparas Jakucionis scores 21, lifts Illinois over Missouri in 80-77 thriller

Kasparas Jakucionis scored 21 points, including the go-ahead basket with 28 seconds left and Illinois defeated Missouri 80-77 in the annual...

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Lead contributor in loss Jakucionis had 22 points (5-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 10-14 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 37 minutes during Saturday's 66-64 loss to Tennessee.

Impact Jakucionis got to the line early and often during Saturday's loss against the Volunteers, converting on 10-of-14 looks from the charity stripe on route to a 22-point finish. The 6-foot-6 freshman has been a star from day one with the Fighting Illini, averaging 16.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.4 steals on 32.1 minutes per game (10 starts). Jakuncionis will look to help Illinois bounce back during Sunday's showdown with Missouri.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Game-high 24 points Tuesday Jakucionis racked up 24 points (8-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 86-80 win over Wisconsin.

Impact Jakucionis continues to dominate for the Fighting Illini, who took down the Badgers on Tuesday night. The 6-foot-6 freshman is averaging 15.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, six assists and 1.4 steals across nine starts, establishing himself early on as one of Illinois' go-to options. Jakucionis should be expected to remain a consistent fantasy contributor as the Fighting Illini look to stay on course against the Volunteers this weekend.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE