NOAH FERNANDES NEWS

Noah Fernandes scores 28, UMass tops George Mason in OT With the win, the Minutemen secured a first-round bye at next week's Atlantic 10 Tournament in Washington, D.C.

MARCH 6, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Fernandes lifts UMass past George Mason 83-80 in OT

Noah Fernandes scored a career-high 28 points and Rich Kelly scored seven of his 20 points in the extra period as UMass edged George Mason 83-80 in overtime

MARCH 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Noah Fernandes' late free throws lift UMass men's basketball past Saint Joseph's (photos) Michael Steadman scored a game-high 19 points in the win

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Scores 11 points in return Fernandes finished with 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT), two rebounds, seven assists and two steals in 39 minutes during Saturday's 78-67 win over Rhode Island.

Impact Fernandes returned to the starting lineup after back-to-back absences due to a concussion. The 5-foot-11 junior scored in double figures and dished out a team-high seven assists, though he did commit a season-high five turnovers.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in return Fernandes is starting Saturday's game against Rhode Island.

Impact Fernandes has missed a pair of games due to a concussion suffered against Saint Louis back on Jann. 23 but has cleared protocol and will retake his spot in the starting unit Saturday. He takes the place of Greg Jones, who didn't make the trip due to COVID-19 protocols, in the lineup.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Fernandes (concussion) will play in Saturday's game against Rhode Island, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Fernandes's return provides a major scoring boost for the Minutemen, with Fernandes averaging 16.9 points per contest prior to his early exit against St. Louis back on Jan. 23. It's possible he will be limited initially while getting his bearings back, but Fernandes would be a staple in the starting lineup when he's back at 100 percent.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should be good for Saturday Fernandes (concussion) is expected to be able to play Saturday against Rhode Island, Kyle Grabowski of the Daily Hampshire Gazette reports.

Impact Fernandes has been able to practice with the team after suffering a concussion. Barring anything crazy, the Minutemen should have their point guard back in the fold.

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Sunday Fernandes (concussion) won't play in Sunday's contest against George Mason, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Fernandes will miss a second straight game due to a concussion. In his absence, Javohn Garcia and T.J. Weeks should continue to see increased opportunities.

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in concussion protocol Fernandes (concussion) is still going through concussion protocol and is unlikely to be ready to go to play against George Mason on Sunday, Michael Bergman reports

Impact Fernandes missed the last game due to his concussion and now appears to be in danger of missing yet another game. The point guard is a very important scorer for UMass so they will do everything they can to get him back on the floor as soon as possible.

JANUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Fernandes (concussion) is unavailable for Wednesday's game against La Salle, Michael Bergman of A10 Talk reports.

Impact Fernandes is out for Wednesday's game with a concussion per head coach Matt McCall. The 5-foot-11 guard has started 16 games for UMass, putting up 16 points, 3.1 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.4 steals on 32.9 minutes per game. In his absence, Javohn Garcia will likely take on a larger role for the Minutemen.

JANUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fernandes leads UMass against Saint Louis after 24-point showing

UMass plays the Saint Louis Billikens after Noah Fernandes scored 24 points in the Minutemen's 91-85 victory over the Saint Louis Billikens

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fernandes scores 24 to carry UMass past Saint Louis 91-85

Noah Fernandes had 24 points as UMass defeated Saint Louis 91-85

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Among starters Wednesday Fernandes will rejoin the starting five Wednesday.

Impact Wednesday marks the 11th game of the season in which Fernandes will start for the Minutemen. In 33.6 minutes per game, Fernandes averages 16.8 points, 5.4 assists, and 3.1 rebounds per game.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from illness Fernandes (illness) will play against Richmond on Wednesday, Howard Herman of The Berkshire Eagle reports.

Impact Fernandes hasn't appeared for the Minutemen since Dec. 11. After not playing in about a month, expect Fernandes to be rusty as he returns to the floor Wednesday.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Fernandes is out for Sunday's game against Fairfield due to an illness, Michael Bergman of A10 Talk reports.

Impact Fernandes is dealing with an unspecified illness that will sideline him for Sunday's game. The 5-11 junior has averaged 16.8 points, 5.4 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.5 steals in 33.6 minutes per game as the team's starting point guard. It's unclear who may replace him in the starting five, as the team does not have great depth in its backcourt.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

UMass men's basketball can't hold second half lead, loses 82-76 to Northeastern Minutemen Rich Kelly and Noah Fernandes combined for 49 points in the defeat.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • MASSLIVE.COM

Fernandes lifts UMass past Harvard 87-77

Noah Fernandes scored 24 points as UMass beat Harvard 87-77

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Double-double in return Fernandes (undisclosed) ended with 16 points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 11 assists and one steal in 39 minutes during Saturday's 85-83 victory over Rutgers.

Impact Not only did Fernandes return from a strange, one-game absence, but he had a career day with 11 dimes as the Minutemen were able to hand Rutgers the upset. It appears the third-year guard will be clear to function in this role moving forward.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Noah Fernandes' buzzer-beater lifts UMass past Rutgers, 85-83 (31 photos) C.J. Kelly led the Minutemen with 24 points, which included 5 of 7 3-pointers

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • MASSLIVE.COM

Fernandes beats buzzer, UMass rallies past Rutgers 85-83

Noah Fernandes hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer, giving UMass a stunning 85-83 victory over Rutgers

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in starting lineup Fernandes (undisclosed) will start Saturday against Rutgers.

Impact Fernandes missed Wednesday's game against UMass-Lowell after starting the first six games of the season. He's averaged 15.2 points in 30.8 minutes per game when available.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against River Hawks Fernandes (undisclosed) did not take the court in Wednesday's 92-81 victory over UMass-Lowell.

Impact With Fernandes sidelined, Rich Kelly took over as the primary ball handler while T.J. Weeks moved back into the starting five. Considering Fernandes had started every prior game this season, he'll presumably return to the lineup once he's cleared. His next chance will be Saturday against Rutgers.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will not start Wednesday Fernandes (undisclosed) will not start Wednesday against UMass-Lowell.

Impact Fernandes was able to go through warmups, so it's unclear if will indeed be available off the bench or not. T.J. Weeks will get the start at point in his place.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Going through warmups Fernandes (undisclosed) is going through warmups ahead of Wednesday's game against UMass-Lowell, Kyle Grabowski of the Daily Hampshire Gazette reports.

Impact Fernandes is slated to be a game-time decision, so his participation in this warmup is key. The 6-1 guard has averaged 17.8 points, 3.2 assists, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.8 steals this season, so if he is unable to go that would be a massive loss.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Wednesday Fernandes will be a game-time call for Wednesday's clash with UMass-Lowell, Frederick Hanna III of the Daily Collegian reports.

Impact Fernandes has been a key contributor for the Minutemen early in the season, averaging 17.8 points, 3.2 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.8 steals in the five games prior to his early departure from Sunday's game against Ball State. His status will be one worth monitoring as the team prepares to face some in-state competition Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE