KHRISTIAN LANDER NEWS

Lander scores 15 and Western Kentucky knocks off Jackson State 79-62

Khristian Lander’s 15 points off of the bench led the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers to a 79-62 victory against the Jackson State Tigers

NOVEMBER 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lander scores 23 as Western Kentucky beats Campbellsville 104-76

Khristian Lander scored 23 points off of the bench to help lead the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers over the Campbellsville Tigers 104-76 on Tuesday night

NOVEMBER 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

My Two Cents: Former Hoosier Khristian Lander Finally 'Has Coaching Staff That Believes in Me' Former Indiana guard Khristian Lander has played for four coaches in four years, including both Archie Miller and Mike Woodson at Indiana in...

MARCH 21 • KANSASCITY.COM

Active and starting Saturday Lander (undisclosed) is listed amongst Western Kentucky starters ahead of Saturday's showdown with Abilene Christian, Jeff Nations of Bowling Green Daily News reports.

Impact Lander will return to the starting lineup Saturday after a one-game absence due to undisclosed reasons. The 6-foot-3 senior has appeared in 11 games this season (four starts), averaging 9.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists and one steal on 23.2 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lander scores 22 as Western Kentucky beats Campbellsville 101-77

Led by Khristian Lander's 22 points, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated the Campbellsville Tigers 101-77 on Wednesday night

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Moves back to bench Lander is coming off the bench for Thursday's game against Louisiana Tech.

Impact Lander started the past two games with Emmanuel Akot out due to injury. Akot will return to the fold Thursday night, pushing Lander back to the bench. The 6-3 junior has averaged 3.9 points and 1.1 rebounds in 13.4 minutes per game in his first season with the Hilltoppers after transferring from Indiana.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Part of starting lineup Saturday Lander closed Saturday's 70-59 victory over FIU with eight points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one block across 24 minutes.

Impact Fantasy managers should not be surprised if Lander continues to be part of Western Kentucky's starting lineup while Emmanuel Akot (head) is out.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana Point Guard Khristian Lander Enters Transfer Portal Again Indiana point guard Khristian Lander hasn’t been able to work his way into the lineup during his two years at Indiana, so he is looking else...

MARCH 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Unavailable Saturday Lander (leg) is out Saturday against Purdue, Alec Lasley of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Lander participated in pregame warmups Saturday, but he'll be unavailable once again. He hasn't played since Feb. 15, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available during the Big Ten Tournament.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Saturday Lander (leg) is taking part in warmups ahead of Saturday's game against Purdue, Kevin Brockway of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

Impact Lander looks to be available for the Hoosiers but isn't guaranteed to see the floor for the Hoosiers even if available. Lander hasn't appeared in a game since Feb. 15 but could provide some backcourt depth if available against a strong Purdue squad.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Wednesday Lander (leg) will not be available for Wednesday's game against Rutgers, Alec Lasley of Hooiser.com reports.

Impact Despite warming up with the team for the second straight game, Lander will not return to the lineup on Wednesday. His last chance to return for the regular season comes on Saturday against Purdue.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dressed out again Lander (knee) is dressed out again for Wednesday's game against Rutgers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Lander was seen with tape on his knee. He was also dressed out for last Sunday's game against Minnesota, but ultimately did not play. At this point it's unclear if he will go Wednesday.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play Sunday Lander (undisclosed) isn't expected to play Sunday against Minnesota, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Despite being dressed, and presumably going through warmups, Lander will be sidelined for a third consecutive game. The freshman is only averaging 3.0 points and 1.0 assists in 9.2 minutes per contest, so his prolonged absence hasn't had much of an impact on Indiana's rotation.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Saturday Lander (suspension) will be available for Saturday's game against Michigan State, Zach Osterman of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact All five players who were suspended for Tuesday's game against Northwestern will be back on Saturday. It's not clear what the suspension was for. Landers should work in off the bench at some point in Saturday's contest.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Lander was suspended for Tuesday's game at Northwestern for disciplinary reasons, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Lander is one of five Indiana players suspended for disciplinary reasons, as Xavier Johnson, Parker Stewart, Tamar Bates and Michael Durr are also out. Lander played 18 minutes across the past two games after missing time with a leg injury, but he's now unavailable again, and it's unclear if he'll be out beyond Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Lander (leg) is warming up and will return Saturday against Maryland, Mike Schumann of The Daily Hoosier reports.

Impact Lander, who has missed the last eight games for Indiana, is active for the Hoosiers. The 6-foot-2 freshman has appeared in eight games, putting up 3.4 points, 1.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 0.4 steals on 10.6 minutes per game this season. Lander has been inactive since Dec. 22 and will likely be eased back into action.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Lander (leg) could be available for Saturday's game against Maryland, Tom Brew of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Lander hasn't played since Dec. 22 due to a leg injury, but coach Mike Woodson said that the redshirt freshman could return against the Terrapins. The team will see how Lander feels Saturday prior to determining his status, and he'll be on a minutes restriction if he's available.

JANUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Sunday Lander (leg) didn't appear in Sunday's 80-62 loss to Michigan.

Impact Lander was dressed once again for Sunday's matchup but didn't appear in the game. His next chance to take the court will be Wednesday against Penn State.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Does not play against Purdue Lander (leg) did not play in the game versus Purdue on Thursday despite being dressed for the game.

Impact The fact Lander was dressed for the game means he likely has a good chance of returning soon.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dressed ahead of Thursday's game Lander (leg) is dressed ahead of Thursday's game against Purdue, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Lander has missed the last five games with a leg injury. It appears he is trending to a return against the Boilermakers. If he plays he should be in for his normal role off the bench in the backcourt.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not dressed Monday Lander (leg) is not dressed in advance of Monday's matchup against Nebraska, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact With Lander presumably ruled it, the second-year guard will end up missing his fifth consecutive contest. HIs role hasn't grown much so far since the 2020-21 campaign, but that can at least partially be attributed to injury. Lander's next chance to suit up will be Thursday against Purdue, though it's also possible the rotation tightens up for what should be a closely-contested matchup.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Thursday Lander (leg) is warming up for Thursday's game against Iowa, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Starreports.

Impact After missing last game with a sore leg, Lander was spotted warming up ahead of Thursday's action against Iowa. Though, it is still unclear whether or not the freshman guard will return. If Lander does not return Wednesday, his next chance to return is Monday against Nebraska.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not dressed Sunday Lander won't suit up for Sunday's game against Minnesota for precautionary reasons due to a sore leg.

Impact It's unclear when the leg issue first cropped up, but it will be the third consecutive absence for Lander. His next chance to take the court will be a matchup at Iowa on Thursday.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The Indianapolis Star Khristian Lander was the hot topic Sunday, after an 81-49 stroll of a win over Merrimack.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM

The Indianapolis Star Khristian Lander was the hot topic Sunday, after an 81-49 stroll of a win over Merrimack.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM