5 questions ahead of Pac-12 basketball Media Day
UCLA and USC might be bound for the Big Ten, but both could carry the Pac-12 standard deep into March this season, Andy Katz writes.OCTOBER 25, 2022
KERR KRIISA #77 - GUARD - KENTUCKY WILDCATS
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Indiana vs. Arizona set for huge college hoops showdown on FOX
The L.V. Clash will feature storied programs in Arizona and Indiana. It will also make TV history on FOX, John Fanta writes.AUGUST 24, 2022
After fearing 'it was over,' Arizona guard Kerr Kriisa says he'll play in NCAA Tournament Arizona point guard Kerr Kriisa, who sprained an ankle in the Pac-12 tournament, says he expects to play in the NCAA Tournament.
MARCH 16, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Arizona Guard Kerr Kriisa Shares Gnarly Photo of Ankle Injury Ahead of NCAA Tournament The Wildcats guard is still hoping to play in the Big Dance.
MARCH 15, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Not facing UCLA Kriisa (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's match against UCLA, according to Ryan Wohl.
Impact Kriisa was expected to be a long shot to play and while he was stopped without crutches or a walking boot, he was also seen on courtside for the pre-game warmups. This rules him out for the Pac-12 title game, but there's a chance Kriisa might still be able to play during the upcoming NCAA Tournament. He will be a big loss for Arizona, though, as he's averaging 10.1 points, 4.9 assists and 2.5 rebounds per game.
MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out Friday Kriisa entered the arena ahead of Friday's game against Colorado in a boot and on crutches, so it appears he will not be suiting up, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Kriisa sprained his ankle in Thursday's victory over Stanford. While he reportedly avoided a major injury, it was expected that he would not be available for the rest of the Pac-12 Tournament. It remains to be seen what the freshman's status will be as the big dance approaches next week.
MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Kerr Kriisa Injury Has Arizona's National Championship Hopes on the Brink The Wildcats’ season rests on how quickly the Estonian point guard can recover from a sprained ankle suffered in Thursday’s Pac-12 tournamen...
MARCH 11, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Avoids serious injury Coach Tommy Lloyd said that Kriisa suffered a sprained ankle and should not be out for a long period of time, Ryan Wohl of Daily Wildcat reports.
Impact This is really good to hear because it looked to be a much more serious injury. It is likely that Kriisa does end up missing the rest of the Pac-12 Tournament, but the main focus has to be making sure the freshman is as healthy as can be for the big dance next week.
MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Helped to locker room late Kriisa was helped off the floor during Thursday's game versus Stanford and couldn't put weight on his right leg, Brian Hamilton of The Athletic reports.
Impact Kriisa appeared to land on teammate Christian Koloko's foot and immediately went down and started hitting the floor. The initial prognosis based on the circumstances doesn't appear promising, but more information should be forthcoming over the next 24 hours with the Wildcats set to play again Friday.
MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Coming off bench Saturday Kriisa isn't starting Saturday's game against California, The Daily Wildcat reports.
Impact Kriisa had started in each of his first 29 appearances of the season, but he'll come off the bench Saturday with Justin Kier starting on Senior Day. However, Kriisa should handle a relatively normal workload against the Bears.
MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns Thursday Kriisa recorded seven points (2-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Thursday's 85-57 victory over Stanford.
Impact Kriisa returned to action after missing Saturday's game against Utah with an injury suffered in practice. The 6-foot-3 freshman returned to his full workload as a starter and appeared to be just fine after his brief absence. Kriisa has started 15 games for the Wildcats, contributing 11.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 0.8 steals on 29.6 minutes per game this season.
JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
All clear for Thursday Kriisa has been cleared for Thursday's game against Stanford, Bruce Pascoe of the Arizona Daily Star reports.
Impact Kriisa missed the team's last game after injuring himself before the contest. He will most likely be in the starting lineup against the Cardinal, as he had started every other game this season and was averaging 11.7 points and 5.4 assists.
JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to return Thursday Kriisa is expected to be healthy and able to play in the Wildcats' next game against Arizona on Thursday, Justin Spears of the Arizona Daily Star reports.
Impact Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd said that Kriisa was absent from Saturday's game after he injured himself "horsing around" prior to the game. The sophomore guard is expected to return to full health and be available for the Wildcats' next contest.
JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not seen at warmpus Kriisa did not warm up ahead of Saturday's game against Utah, Bruce Pascoe of the Arizona Daily Star reports.
Impact The reason for Kriisa's absence is not yet clear, but it looks as though he's set to miss Saturday's contest. That would be a significant blow for Arizona, as he's started every game this season, averagine 11.7 points and 5.4 assists.
JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Career-high 10 assists Kriisa chipped in two points (1-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt), two rebounds, 10 assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Thursday's 76-55 victory over Colorado.
Impact Kriisa notched the first double-digit assist game of his career, helping to provide some offense as he was held to a season-low two points. It was a rare off shooting night for the team's starting point guard, who has impressive 55/36/75 shooting splits thus far. The sophomore is one of four Arizona players averaging double figures, and he also leads the team in assists.
JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Tallies 17 as Wildcats roll Kriisa posted 17 points (6-12 FG, 5-10 3Pt), one rebound and five assists across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 94-65 victory over Wyoming.
Impact Kriisa did have to go to the locker room at one point to tend to an ankle injury, per Bruce Pascoe of the Arizona Daily Star, but he was able to return to the contest. He finished the game tied with Azuolas Tubelis as the second-leading scorer behind Bennedict Mathurin, and remains one of four Wildcats averaging double figures with a mark of 11.0 ppg.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Seven assists in win Kriisa posted seven points (3-12 FG, 1-8 3Pt), two rebounds, seven assists, one block and four steals over 29 minutes during Sunday's 80-62 win over Michigan.
Impact The redshirt freshman had another poor shooting night, only connecting on 1-of-8 threes but clearly has the green light with 8.4 attempts from long-range per game this season. He helped make up for it by facilitating the offense to the tune of a team-high seven assists. Kriisa has looked much better to start the season and the point guard has done a good job of taking care of the ball with only four turnovers through five games.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
In line to start at point guard Coach Tommy Lloyd labeled Kriisa Arizona's likely starting point guard for the 2021-22 season, Justin Spears of the Arizona Daily Star reports.
Impact Kriisa appeared in just eight games and started only three for Arizona last year after missing much of last season for various reasons before coming on late. Over those eight games late in the campaign, Kriisa averaged 5.5 points and 2.4 assists over 22.9 minutes per contest while shooting 36.8 percent from beyond the arc on 4.8 attempts per game. He could be set to blossom as a sophomore and should hold plenty of value for fantasy purposes if he's on the ball.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kerr Kriisa joins Tommy Lloyd's workout with Arizona Wildcats at McKale Center All of UA's starters except James Akinjo were on hand with the new coach.
APRIL 21, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Limited effectiveness in return Kriisa had three points (1-5 FG, 1-4 4Pt) and one rebound across 23 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 75-74 victory over Washington.
Impact Kriisa missed the team's last game with a groin injury, and while he was back in action as one of the top reserves, his contributions were limited. He'll look to ramp things up in Monday's regular season finale against Oregon, as he'll be out for vengeance after missing the game-winning shot in a Feb. 13 contest.
FEBRUARY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kerr Kriisa available to play for Arizona Wildcats vs. Washington Huskies Feb. 27—Freshman guard Kerr Kriisa is available to play for Arizona on Saturday against Washington after missing the Wildcats' game Thursday...
FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Available Saturday Kriisa (groin) will be available Saturday against Washington, Bruce Pascoe of the Arizona Daily Star reports.
Impact Kriisa will limit his absence due to a groin injury to just one game. The guard is averaging 5.8 points and 2.5 assists over 21.7 minutes per game this season.
FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Hopeful for Saturday return Head coach Sean Miller said Friday he's optimistic Kriisa (groin) will return Saturday against Washington, the Arizona Daily Star reports.
Impact Kriisa missed Thursday's game due to a groin injury, but it appears he's more likely than not to return Saturday. In six games this season, the point guard is averaging 5.8 points and 2.5 assists over 21.7 minutes per game. If he ends up being held out, though, Terrell Brown, who started Thursday with Kriisa out, will likely earn another start.
FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
