MARCO ANTHONY NEWS

Returns to practice Wednesday Utah head coach Craig Smith said that Anthony (heel) participated in Wednesday's practice but it's unclear if he'll play Thursday against Sam Houston, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake...

Impact Anthony hasn't appeared in a game this season due to a bruised heel, but his return to practice suggests he could be close to making his 2022-23 debut. Anthony's status for Thursday's game against Sam Houston remains unclear at this time, but if he's still not ready, his next chance to take the floor would be next Monday against Georgia Tech.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Anthony (heel) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Cal State Bakersfield, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Anthony will miss a second consecutive game to begin the regular season due to a bruised heel, and it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to action. Ben Carlson should continue to handle a starting role in Anthony's absence.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Anthony (undisclosed) isn't in uniform ahead of Monday's game against LIU-Brooklyn, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact It was reported earlier that Anthony was expected to play in Monday's season opener, but that likely won't be the case anymore. The guard will presumably be tabbed day-to-day moving forward, and he may have a shot at making his season debut Friday against Cal State Bakersfield.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday Anthony (undisclosed) is expected to start in Monday's season opener against LIU-Brooklyn, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Anthony sat out during practice with an undisclosed injury last week, though he was able to participate again Friday. Now, the 6-foot-6 senior looks like he will be ready to start in Utah's first game of 2022. Anthony averaged 9.1 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 29.3 minutes across 28 games last season.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Friday Anthony (undisclosed) was able to participate in Friday's practice and appears on track to suit up for Monday's opener against LIU-Brooklyn, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune re...

Impact Anthony had been unable to practice all week heading into Friday due to an apparent injury. Head coach Craig Smith expressed confidence the senior guard would return to practice Friday and indeed he did. Anthony immediately stepped into a prominent role with the Utes last season after coming over as a transfer, and expectations should be the same heading into Monday's opener with the expectation that he'll be ready to go.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expects to be back Monday Anthony (undisclosed) is expected to return to practice Friday, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact The Utes do not have practice scheduled for Thursday, giving Anthony an extra day to rehab his undisclosed injury that has held him out for the last four days. Anthony's anticipated return to practice on Friday is a good sign for the guard's availability in Monday's season-opener. The senior guard started in 27 games last season, averaging 9.1 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 29.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Utah in defeat Anthony supplied 18 points (7-15 FG, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 82-70 loss to Washington.

Impact Anthony posted a team-high 18 points as the Utes' season came to an end in the first round Pac-12 Tournament loss. He closes his senior season having led Utah with 7.0 rebounds per game while ranking second in points at 9.1 per game. The Utah State transfer was mostly inefficient, however, connecting on only 41 percent of field goal attempts on the season.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

For most players, it's NCAA Tournament or bust. This is why Utah's Marco Anthony chose a different path Marco Anthony’s decision to leave Utah State for Utah this summer was perplexing. It didn’t make sense to leave a Group of Five school with...

MARCH 4, 2022 • SLTRIB.COM

Plays well in defeat Anthony produced 13 points (5-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 37 minutes during Saturday's 77-73 2OT loss to Washington.

Impact Anthony broke a five game stretch of being held to single digits, scoring 13 points and coming up one board shy of what would've been his second double-double of the season. Despite consistent playing time during Utah's shuffling rotation, he's failed to step up as a reliable offensive option. Anthony is averaging 8.9 points and 6.8 rebounds per game during conference action.

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Utah in win Anthony chipped in 11 points (4-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and six rebounds across 35 minutes during Tuesday's 55-50 victory over Fresno State.

Impact Anthony was one of only three players to reach double figures in the low scoring game, leading Utah with 11 points on the strength of a pair of three-pointers. His six rebounds also tied a team-high, but he was shutout across the rest of the stat-sheet. Anthony has struggled with his consistency this season, connecting on just 40 percent of his shot attempts.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 25 minutes in return Anthony racked up six points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3PT, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, an assist and a steal over 25 minutes in his return to action Wednesday versus TCU.

Impact Anthony figures to be part of the starting five again in short order after playing a healthy total off the bench in his first live action since Nov. 21. the senior has averaged 6.3 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists over 25.7 minutes in his six appearances this season since joining the Utes as a transfer from Utah State.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Wednesday Anthony (ankle) will be available Wednesday against TCU, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact After missing a trio of games for the Utes, it was reported Wednesday afternoon that Anthony had a chance to suit up, and he'll end up doing just that. He had started each of the previous five games he played before going down with injury, averaging 6.4 points and 8.8 rebounds.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chance to play Wednesday Anthony (ankle) could play in Wednesday's game against TCU, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Anthony will be tested out pregame to see how his ankle responds. He injured his ankle two weeks ago and it appears things are starting to progress in the right direction. Anthony will likely be a game-time decision.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Sunday Anthony (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game against California, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Anthony will miss his third straight game with an ankle injury. His next chance to return is Wednesday against TCU. Both Gach dropped a season-high 28 points during the Utes' 93-73 loss to USC on Tuesday, and he will likely draw his third straight start in Anthony's absence Sunday.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Anthony (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game against USC, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact As anticipated, Anthony won't be available for the Utes on Wednesday after coming down with an ankle injury. Thus, the guard's next chance to return to the lineup is Sunday against California. Anthony is currently posting 6.4 points and 8.6 rebounds per game.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Wednesday Anthony (ankle) is considered doubtful for Wednesday's game against USC, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Anthony hasn't been ruled out but he is unlikely to play Wednesday as he continues to recover from a right ankle sprain. If he's ultimately ruled out, his next opportunity to return would be Sunday against Cal if the ankle feels better by then.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss time Anthony (ankle) is progressing in his recovery but is expected to miss some time, Josh Furlong of KSL.com reports.

Impact Anthony has already missed one game with the right ankle sprain, and it appears he'll remained sidelined for the immediate future. The senior doesn't have an official timeline for his return but should be expected back until his status is updated.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out loss to BYU Anthony ultimately did not go through warmups and sat out Saturday against BYU, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Anthony was considered a game-time call for the contest, but when push came to shove, the fourth-year guard was ultimately forced to miss his first game of the season. The Utes fell by 11 points in his absence, with replacement Both Gach managing just four points on 1-for-8 shooting across 34 minutes. Anthony's next chance to return to the lineup will be an in-conference matchup Wednesday at USC.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Anthony (ankle) will be a game-time decision ahead of Saturday's game against BYU, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Anthony rolled his ankle Sunday against Tulsa. While he's had nearly a week to rest and heal, it's still not clear whether or not he's ready to go. He's played 25.8 minutes per game through five contests this season but has attempted just 6.4 shots, so there won't be a ton of extra opportunities freed up if he's unable to play.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rolls ankle in victory Anthony rolled his right ankle in Sunday's 72-58 victory over Tulsa, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact The possible injury explains why Anthony was limited to just 18 minutes in the contest, which tied for his lowest total of the season. Anthony has so far been a solid contributor for the Utes, his third collegiate school. He provides excellent rebounding from the small forward spot, so far posting 8.6 rpg through five games. It's unclear at this time what his availability might look like for Saturday's in-state matchup against BYU.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

One board shy of double-double Anthony posted 10 points (3-9 FG, 4-6 FT), nine rebounds and one assist in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 70-56 victory over Abilene Christian.

Impact Anthony was making his Utah debut after transferring from nearby Utah State and came up just one rebound shy of posting what would have been his second career double-double. He wasn't the most efficient with his shooting as he only shot 33-percent from the floor, but he helped make up for it on the defensive end with a team-high two steals.

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Utah tops Abilene Christian 70-56 to give Smith 1st win

David Jenkins Jr. scored 15 points, Branden Carlson added 14 and Utah gave new coach Craig Smith a 70-56 win over Abilene Christian in his first game with the Utes

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Utah aiming for basketball transformation under Craig Smith

The Utah Utes are entering a new basketball season with a new head coach, several new players and trying to embrace a new basketball philosophy that traces back to the program’s ro...

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New University of Utah hooper Marco Anthony trusts Craig Smith, so he followed him to Salt Lake City Marco Anthony trusts Craig Smith, so when Smith left Utah State for Utah, Anthony followed for his final season of college basketball

JULY 22, 2021 • SLTRIB.COM