Magoon Gwath - College Basketball News & Rumors

Byrd scores 19 in San Diego State's 89-71 win over Lamar

Led by Miles Byrd's 19 points, the San Diego State Aztecs defeated the Lamar Cardinals 89-71

DECEMBER 11 • Associated Press

Active in win Gwath logged 10 points (5-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt), six rebounds, two blocks and one steal over 20 minutes during Wednesday's 89-71 victory over Lamar.

Impact After an eventful offseason that saw him enter the transfer portal, decide to return to San Diego State and undergo knee surgery, Gwath made his season debut Nov. 18 against Troy and has started all five games since then. While his minutes have been a little up and down, he has logged at least 20 in four of his six contests this season. As the season goes on, the sophomore should be able to establish more consistency.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Dixon-Waters scores 22, Davis 21; San Diego St. beats Oregon 97-80 at Players Era

Reese Dixon-Waters scored 22 points, BJ Davis added 21 points and San Diego State beat Oregon 97-80 in a group-stage game at the Players Era Festival

NOVEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Will make season debut Gwath (knee) is set to make his season debut against Troy on Tuesday night, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Gwath had a standout freshman season with the Aztecs, averaging 8.5 points, 5.2 and 2.6 blocks rebounds across 26 starts. Now, the seven-footer will make his much-anticipated 2025-2026 debut. He figures to hold down the five spot for a San Diego State squad that should run the Mountain West.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available Tuesday Gwath (knee) is expected to be available next Tuesday against Troy, per Jeff Goodman of On3.com.

Impact Gwath has yet to play this season, but the sophomore 7-footer appears to be on track to return on Nov. 18 against Troy. Last year as a freshman, Gwath averaged 8.5 points and 5.2 rebounds across 26 games with 26 starts.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Gwath (knee) won't play in Sunday's game against Idaho State, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Gwath was fully cleared for contact a few days ago, but San Diego State will hold the seven-footer out of Sunday's matchup against Idaho State. He's recovering from an offseason knee surgery. Gwath's next chance to play will come Nov. 18 against Troy. In the meantime, Miles Heide, Pharaoh Compton and Tae Simmons should see more minutes.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Fully cleared for contact Gwath (knee) is fully cleared for contact, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Now that Gwath is fully cleared, perhaps San Diego State's next game includes him. Still scheduled for Sunday against Idaho State, perhaps he can prevent consecutive DNPs. SDSU's team has fed off Gwath's two-way excellence, last season backed up with 8.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.6 blocks per game and the Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year Award.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting Thursday return Gwath remains on track to be fully cleared Thursday for full-contact practice, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Gwath will be sidelined for the Aztecs' season opener against Long Beach State, but he should be able to return to practice this week. The 7-foot returning starter will now target a healthy status for Sunday's game against Idaho State. He averaged 8.5 points, 5.2 rebounds and 0.7 assists on 24.9 minutes across 26 appearances in 2024-25

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

On track for opener Gwath (knee) is on track to be available for Tuesday's opener versus Long Beach State, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Gwath, who had knee surgery in the offseason, is set to be available for Tuesday's opener. He will likely start at center for the Aztecs once he's fully healthy.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Not cleared to return Gwath (knee) has not been cleared to return for basketball activities and isn't expected to be cleared until early November, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Gwath previously underwent knee surgery in the offseason and appears to still be working his way through recovery. With the news of his timeline exrension, the 7-foot big man will not be ready for the start of the 2025-26 season and will miss some time before making his return to action. With his new timeline indicating he will be cleared for basketball activities on November 6, his earliest chance to return would be November 9 against Idaho State, but a home game against Troy on November 18 likely serves as a more realistic target.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Still recovering from knee surgery Gwath (knee) is still recovering from surgery, according to Bernie Wilson of SI.com.

Impact In the same month that it was announced that Gwath would re-enroll at San Diego State, he underwent knee surgery that is still affecting him nearly half a year after the procedure. San Diego State's team will log one more exhibition, Oct. 29 against San Diego, before beginning regular-season action Nov. 4 against Long Beach State. An above-average offensive contributor and an excellent defensive contributor, Gwath helps SDSU remain a top contender in the Mountain West with his availability.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Aztecs Gwath has decided to return to San Diego State for the 2025-26 season, Mark Ziegler of The San Diego Union Tribune reports.

Impact Gwath had decided to enter the transfer portal in late March, but the big man won't consider any further options and has decided to return to the Aztecs for another year. The 7-foot forward averaged 8.5 points, 5.2 rebounds and 0.7 assists on 24.9 minutes across 26 appearances in 2024-25.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Transfer portal intel: Early buzz on top college basketball transfers Here's what we're hearing about eight of the biggest names in the transfer portal including scoop on Obi Agbim, Isaac McKneely, Magoon Gwath...

MARCH 26 • 247SPORTS.COM

SDSU basketball loses another starter to the NCAA transfer portal Magoon Gwath, a 7-foot NBA prospect, informs coaches he won’t return

MARCH 24 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Enters transfer portal Gwath has decided to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Gwath will look for a fresh start at a different program after one season with the Aztecs. The 7-foot forward averaged 8.5 points, 5.2 rebounds and 0.7 assists on 24.9 minutes across 26 appearances.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. UNC Gwath (knee) is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against UNC, Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Gwath, who was expected to be available for the NCAA Tournament, will be available and should have a prominent role down on both ends of the court. The freshman center missed SDSU's final five games after averaging 8.5 points and 5.2 rebounds in 25 starts this year.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Would be available for tournament Gwath (knee) will be available for the NCAA tournament, should San Diego State receive a bid, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Gwath's return would be a massive boost in the tournament for the Aztecs, who currently find themselves on the bubble. The freshman center missed SDSU's final five games after averaging 8.5 points and 5.2 rebounds in 25 starts this year.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Thursday Gwath (knee) will not appear in Thursday's game against Boise State, B.J. Rains of BroncoNationNews.com reports.

Impact Gwath will miss his fifth-straight game as the Aztecs face off against the Broncos in the Mountain West tournament. The 7-foot freshman has started in 25 games this season, averaging 8.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, 0.7 assists and 2.6 blocks on 24.9 minutes per game.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Saturday Gwath (knee) didn't play in Saturday's win over Wyoming.

Impact Gwath missed a second straight game with a knee injury. It's unclear if the big man will be able to return to the hardwood before the end of the regular season.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Tuesday Gwath (knee) will not play in Tuesday's game against New Mexico, Geoff Grammer of the Albuquerque Journal reports.

Impact Gwath suffered a knee injury during the previous matchup and will now be forced ti sit out this contest. The freshman forward will hope to be back for Saturday's clash with Wyoming,

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Aztecs learn injury fate of Magoon Gwath ahead of showdown vs. New Mexico The similarities with former Aztecs guard Matt Mitchell four years ago are striking

FEBRUARY 25 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

3 thoughts: Utah State 79, SDSU 71 … a Magoon Gwath update, another controversial call, and the former police chief LOGAN, Utah – Three thoughts on San Diego State’s 79-71 loss at Utah State on Saturday night: 1. Lif...

FEBRUARY 24 • SACBEE.COM

Exits game with knee injury Gwath (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's game against Utah State, Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Gwath went down with an apparent knee injury and went straight to the locker room prior to being ruled out. No further details have been provided on the severity of the injury but more news should surface in the coming days.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Gwath has 14 points, 11 rebounds; San Diego State uses 20-0 run and then holds off Wyoming 63-61

Magoon Gwath finished with 14 points, 11 rebounds and four blocks, and San Diego State used a 20-0 run and held off Wyoming for a 63-61 victory

FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press

Gwath scores 15, San Diego State knocks off Nevada 69-50

Led by Magoon Gwath's 15 points, the San Diego State Aztecs defeated the Nevada Wolf Pack 69-50

JANUARY 26 • Associated Press

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Byrd scores 19 in San Diego State's 89-71 win over Lamar

Dixon-Waters scores 22, Davis 21; San Diego St. beats Oregon 97-80 at Players Era

Gwath has 14 points, 11 rebounds; San Diego State uses 20-0 run and then holds off Wyoming 63-61

Gwath scores 15, San Diego State knocks off Nevada 69-50