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Miami guard Lykes might return from layoff against Va Tech MIAMI - Dynamic Miami Hurricanes point guard Chris Lykes is back at practice and may be back in action for the first time in two months Satu...

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 • THESTAR.COM

Miami guard Lykes might return from layoff against Va Tech Dynamic Miami Hurricanes point guard Chris Lykes is back at practice and may be back in action for the first time in two months Saturday aga...

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Miami guard Lykes might return from layoff against Va Tech

Dynamic Miami Hurricanes point guard Chris Lykes is back at practice and may be back in action for the first time in two months Saturday against No. 16 Virginia Tech. The 5-foot-6...

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chris Lykes returns to practice, Hurricanes preparing for No. 16 Virginia Tech Update on Chris Lykes

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Could return Saturday Lykes (ankle) has participated in practice this week and could retake the floor Saturday against Virginia Tech, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Lykes hasn't seen action since the second game of the year, so the senior's return for the Hurricanes could provide a big boost to the team's backcourt down the stretch. Given the length of his absence, there's a good chance he would see a limited role off the bench to start, but he figures to be in line for a starting role again in the future after turning in 15.5 points, 5.5 assists and 4.0 rebounds over 28.5 minutes per game in his two appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jim Larranaga addresses Matt Cross departure Head coach Jim Larranaga addressed his decision to no longer have freshman forward Matt Cross on the team following Miami's 66-54 loss at Wa...

JANUARY 30, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Freshman Cross leaves Miami Hurricanes’ basketball program

Freshman forward Matt Cross has left the Miami Hurricanes’ program, the latest personnel loss for a reeling team plagued by injuries

JANUARY 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores team-high 20 points McGusty posted 20 points (8-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists and two steals across 34 minutes in Sunday's loss against Notre Dame.

Impact McGusty was one of three Miami players that scored in double digits, and in fact, this was his best scoring output of the entire campaign. McGusty has been struggling to get on the court and has already missed seven games due to injury, but he seems healthy now and should remain in the starting lineup going forward.

JANUARY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records season-high four steals Olaniyi registered 10 points (4-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, four steals and a block across 34 minutes in Sunday's loss against Notre Dame.

Impact Olaniyi has scored 10 or more points in six of his last eight games, putting up a double-double in that span while also contributing on defense -- he is also averaging 4.8 rebounds and 0.9 steals per contest in that eight-game span. He endured a tough start to the season but seems to be turning things around of late.

JANUARY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Walker was ruled out for Sunday's game against Notre Dame due to a foot injury, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact It's not clear when Walker sustained his foot injury, but he's considered day-to-day and won't be unable to suit up for Sunday's game as a result. Matt Cross and Kameron McGusty should see increased playing time in his absence.

JANUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out indefinitely Timberlake is out indefinitely due to a shoulder injury, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Timberlake returned to the floor Tuesday against Syracuse, but he'll now be sidelined due to a shoulder issue. In his absence, Elijah Olaniyi and Kameron McGusty should see increased usage for the usage.

JANUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Lykes (ankle) will remain out for Sunday's game against Notre Dame, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Head coach Jim Larranaga gave an update on Lykes' status Thursday and said the 5-7 senior is still doing physical therapy on his ankle and will remain out for the foreseeable future. Lykes hasn't played since early December and currently does not have a firm timetable for a return. Harlond Beverly will continue to man the point guard position while Lykes is sidelined.

JANUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

SG Kameron McGusty feeling ‘good’ after making return Kameron McGusty is looking forward to playing in consecutive games on Sunday (6:00 p.m., ACCN) against Notre Dame for the first time since e...

JANUARY 23, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

VIDEO: Isaiah Wong and Kameron McGusty preview Notre Dame game Watch guards Isaiah Wong and Kameron McGusty discuss the upcoming game against Notre Dame.

JANUARY 22, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

PG Chris Lykes still ailing after missing last 11 games The latest on Chris Lykes's injury as the Hurricanes prepare to host Notre Dame on Sunday (6:00 p.m., ACCN).

JANUARY 21, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Goes for 13 points Tuesday Walker registered 13 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, a steal and a block across 22 minutes in Tuesday's loss at Syracuse.

Impact Walker has started just five times this season and delivered a strong performance here, topping the 10-point mark just for the fourth time in the current campaign. He's averaging 9.4 points as a starter and could remain in that role Sunday against Notre Dame.

JANUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles from field in loss Wong posted 16 points (5-16 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 3-5 FT) and four rebounds across 32 minutes in Tuesday's loss at Syracuse.

Impact Wong has been one of the Hurricanes' most reliable scoring threats this season, as he has scored in double digits in all but two of his appearances to date. He was particularly ineffective from the field in this game, and those issues are becoming more and more recurrent of late. Through his last seven games, he's shooting just 28.2 percent from three-point range.

JANUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 23 minutes in return Timberlake (undisclosed) registered four points (2-5 FG), two steals, one rebound and one assist across 23 minutes during Tuesday's 83-57 loss to Syracuse.

Impact Timberlake returned after missing Saturday's game against Louisville, though he posted one of his quieter games this season. Despite his two steals, he provided little on the offensive end while committing four turnovers as well. It remains to be seen who will take on the starting role at small forward between him and Elijah Olaniyi, who has started the past two games. On the season, Timberlake is averaging 9.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.7 steals over 27.0 minutes per game.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns Tuesday McGusty (hamstring) returned to record nine points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one assist over 20 minutes during Tuesday's 83-57 loss to Syracuse.

Impact McGusty missed the past four games due to a hamstring injury, but he returned to enjoy a solid day from the field and while dropping a single dime in the process. McGusty has missed seven games due to injury this season, but he'll look to stay healthy and provide good minutes for Miami's backcourt. Through six games this season, the senior is averaging 10.0 points, 1.8 assists and 0.7 steals over 24.3 minutes per game.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Tuesday Miami head coach Jim Larranaga said Lykes (ankle) will remain out for Tuesday's game at Syracuse, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact The senior guard is now set to miss his 11th straight game on account of the left ankle sprain, but Miami continues to view Lykes as day-to-day. On a more fortunate note for the Hurricanes, Larranaga said he expects Kameron McGusty (hamstring) and Earl Timberlake (undisclosed) to return to action Tuesday after four- and one-game absences, respectively.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return Tuesday Miami head coach Jim Larranaga said he expects Timberlake (undisclosed) to be available for Tuesday's game at Syracuse, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact In addition to Timberlake, the Hurricanes are expected to get back another key rotation piece in Kameron McGusty (hamstring), though Larranaga said that Chris Lykes (ankle) will remain sidelined. Before sitting out Miami's 78-72 win over Louisville on Saturday, Timberlake had averaged 10.2 points, 5.7 boards, 2.7 assists and 1.7 steals in 27.8 minutes per game over six appearances (three starts). Expect official word on Timberlake's status to arrive shortly before the 7 p.m. ET tipoff.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back Tuesday Miami head coach Jim Larranaga said he expects McGusty (hamstring) to be available for Tuesday's game at Syracuse, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact In addition to McGusty, the Hurricanes are expected to get back another key rotation piece in Earl Timberlake (undisclosed), though Larranaga said that Chris Lykes (ankle) will remain sidelined. Before missing Miami's last four games, McGusty had been averaging 10.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 0.8 steals in 25.2 minutes per game over his five appearances (four starts). Expect official word on McGusty's status to arrive shortly before the 7 p.m. ET tipoff.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wong scores 30, leads Miami over No. 16 Louisville 78-72 CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) Isaiah Wong had 30 points, seven rebounds and six assists, and Miami beat No. 16 Louisville 78-72 on Saturday night to end an 18-game

JANUARY 17, 2021 • SI.COM

Puts up 16 points off bench Cross delivered 16 points (4-7 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals across 29 minutes off the bench in Saturday's win over Louisville.

Impact Cross has been extremely inconsistent with his scoring figures and was coming off a scoreless appearance before being demoted to the bench, but he responded in a big way with 16 points, tying his season-best scoring output of the campaign. Given how depleted Miami on offense, it wouldn't be out of the question to see Cross moving back to the starting five for Tuesday's matchup at Syracuse.

JANUARY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE