ROLLIE WORSTER NEWS

Nearly perfect in season opener Worster accumulated 18 points (6-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-9 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, one block and four steals over 29 minutes during Monday's 87-67 victory over UT Rio Grande Va...

Impact Worster converted on 6-of-7 looks from the field, chipping in 18 points, nine rebounds, three assists and four steals during Monday's opener. The 6-foot-5 senior has been a prolific two-way player for throughout his collegiate career, before a season-ending injury that derailed his last season with Utah prompted his transfer to Nebraska. Worster will look to play a key role in the Cornhuskers' backcourt this season.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Nebraska Basketball transfer portal tracker A look at the comings and goings with Nebraska basketball and the transfer portal this offseason.

JUNE 6 • 247SPORTS.COM

Nebraska Basketball transfer portal tracker A look at the comings and goings with Nebraska basketball and the transfer portal this offseason.

APRIL 23 • 247SPORTS.COM

Huskers make official Worster addition: 'We targeted Rollie early' Nebraska basketball officially adds Rollie Worster to the roster.

APRIL 16 • 247SPORTS.COM

No expected timeline for return Coach Craig Smith indicated Saturday that Worsrter (lower leg) does not have a timeline for his return from injury, KSL Sports reports.

Impact Worster has missed six games to a lower leg injury and is likely to miss more time. The 6-foot-4 guard has averaged 9.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 0.8 steals on 31.4 minutes across 16 games.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Wednesday Worster (lower leg) will not play in Wednesday's game against Washington State, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Worster will miss his fourth straight game with a lower leg injury. It will allow Deivon Smith to continue to run the show for the Utes offense, something he has handled quite well the last few weeks. It's unclear when Worster will be able to return to action. Utah plays again on Saturday against Washington.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Oregon Worster (lower leg) is out for Utah's game Sunday against Oregon, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Worster will log his third consecutive DNP because of his lower-leg injury. Once again, Deivon Smith is expected to be part of Utah's starting lineup, especially after he recorded 30 rebounds and 19 assists across his last two games. Smith's excellence could affect Worster's usage rate down the line, so it would be much more assuring he can return when the Utes play at Washington State on Wednesday.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for weekend game Worster (lower leg) is questionable for Utah's game Sunday against Oregon, according to Josh Furlong of KSL News Salt Lake City.

Impact Worster being questionable for Utah's weekend game indicates he is expected to be out if the Utes' next game goes through, as they are currently scheduled to host Oregon State on Thursday. However, his being out against OSU is not certain, so his questionable status should also apply to the Beavers matchup. If unavailable then though, Deivon Smith is expected to re-enter Utah's starting lineup, like he did the last time Worster could not play.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Stanford Worster (lower leg) is out for Utah's game Sunday at Stanford, according to Brandon Judd of The Deseret News.

Impact A lower-leg injury explains why Worster is not part of Utah's starting lineup Sunday. Fortunately for him, he is not expected to be out long-term. So with all of that in mind, there remains a chance Worster can play immediately after Sunday. After playing at Stanford, the Utes are expected to host Oregon State on Thursday.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Not part of starting lineup Worster is not part of the Utes' starting lineup for their game Sunday at Stanford.

Impact Instead of Worster, Deivon Smith will be part of the Utes' starting backcourt Sunday. It is unclear why they have made this change for their upcoming game. Smith averaged 7.4 points, 3.9 assists and 3.4 rebounds as a substitute across the Utes' seven games from Dec. 16 to Jan. 11.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Guides second-half masterclass Worster had 11 points (5-8 FG, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and seven assists over 36 minutes during Friday's 80-58 victory over Washington State.

Impact Worster was subtly effective overall and helped catalyze Utah outscoring Washington State 59-29 in the second half of Friday's win. He's an essential component of Utah's offense, as 59.8 percent of the team's possessions feature Worster initiating pick-and-roll action -- grading as the 66th highest frequency in the nation. The senior is averaging 9.6 points, 3.8 rebounds and 7.8 assists in 33.8 minutes across his last five games.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Helps guide victory Worster racked up nine points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-6 FT), five rebounds, nine assists and one steal over 32 minutes during Thursday's 77-70 victory over Wake Forest.

Impact Worster is on track for career-best assist production, exceeding seven dimes in every game thus far after averaging 5.0 assists last year. Thursday's performance represents a fair expectation for Worster moving forward.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Huge stat line in win Worster finished with 15 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, eight assists, one block and six steals across 27 minutes during Monday's 101-66 victory over Eastern Wash...

Impact Worster notching six steals should be viewed as an aberration since he's averaged just 0.9 steals per game across his first three collegiate seasons. Nonetheless, his facilitating prowess and central role offensively makes him capable of relevant fantasy production if the scoring can be consistent.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 15 points, three steals Worster amassed 15 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, four assists and three steals in 30 minutes during Saturday's 69-60 loss to Colorado.

Impact Currently, Worster's latest point and steal tallies are his best across 2023. He will look to use that positive momentum when the Utes play Stanford on Wednesday. This could be the Utes' last tournament game, as a loss could end their March Madness qualification hopes as well.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in return Worster (lower leg) will start in Saturday's game against Colorado, Josh Furlong of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact Worster, who has missed the last two games with a lower leg injury, will start in his return this Saturday. The 6-foot-4 junior has started in 28 games this season, logging 8.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 0.7 steals on 32.1 minutes per game.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Colorado Worster (lower leg) is a game-time decision for Saturday's game versus Colorado, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Worster was deemed doubtful to play Saturday earlier in the week. If the junior guard is unable to suit up, his next chance to play will come in the Pac-12 Tournament.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Saturday Worster (lower leg) is unlikely to suit up for Saturday's game against Colorado, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Worster, who has missed the last two games with a lower leg injury, is unlikely to suit up during Saturday's showdown with the Buffaloes. The 6-foot-4 junior will look to rest and recover ahead of the Pac-12 conference tournament next week.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Worster (lower leg) will be inactive for Saturday's matchup with USC, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Worster is set to miss his second-consecutive game with a lower leg injury as the Utes host USC on Saturday. In his absence, Mike Saunders, who exploded for 25 points against the Bruins, will likely play a large role for the Utes.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unable to give it a go Worster (lower leg) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against UCLA, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact As expected, Worster will miss his first matchup of the season when the Utes host the Bruins on Thursday night due to a lower-leg issue. Lars Stefanovic and Wilguens Exacte should both command expanded roles for the time being, and the 6-foot-4 junior's next chance to take the floor now comes Saturday versus USC.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Runnin' Utes' Rollie Worster's status in doubt after ankle injury at Arizona State University of Utah guard Rollie Worster's status for UCLA on Thursday is in doubt after he suffered an ankle injury over the weekend

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • SLTRIB.COM

Doubtful for Thursday Worster (lower leg) is not expected to be available for Thursday's matchup with UCLA, Josh Newman of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Worster, who suffered a lower leg injury during Saturday's game against ASU, is unlikely to suit up on Thursday. The 6-foot-4 junior, who has averaged 8.7 points, 5.2 rebounds and 5.1 assists across 28 starts, will likely target a return against Colorado next Saturday, given the short rest between games this week for the Utes.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Utah coach Craig Smith said postgame that Worster sustained a lower-leg injury that limited him to just 22 minutes played during Saturday's 67-59 loss to Arizona State, Jay Drew of...

Impact It's unclear exactly how severe this issue is, as Smith added that the team is still waiting for a prognosis on Worster injured leg. The 6-foot-4 junior was also forced to miss the majority of the second half, per Drew, so it wouldn't be surprising if this issue carries over into the Utes' next contest Thursday against UCLA. Across 28 starts this season, Worster has averaged 8.7 points, 5.2 rebounds and 5.1 assists while playing 32.1 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six points, six rebounds in loss Worster amassed six points (2-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds and four assists in 32 minutes during Thursday's 88-62 loss to Arizona.

Impact Worster knocked down 2-of-4 shots from deep, finishing with six points and six rebounds during Thursday's loss to Arizona. The junior guard has started in all 27 games this season, logging 8.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 0.7 steals on 32.4 minutes per game. Worster and the Utes will look to turn things around against ASU on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nears triple-double in loss Worster closed Thursday's 78-72 loss to Stanford with 10 points (3-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, 10 assists and two steals in 38 minutes.

Impact Worster knocked down 3-of-10 shots, finishing with 10 points, seven rebounds, and 10 assists during Thursday's loss to Stanford. The 6-foot-4 junior continues to make contributions across all aspects of the game, logging 9.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 0.8 steals on 32.1 minutes per game. Worster will look to help the Utes bounce back during Sunday's showdown with California.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excels in blowout win Worster posted 12 points (4-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and two steals over 33 minutes during Thursday's 63-44 win over Oregon State.

Impact Worster recorded 12 points, six rebounds and seven assists during Thursday's win over Oregon State. The 6-foot-4 junior has started in all 22 games this season, logging 9.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 0.8 steals on 31.7 minutes per game. Worster and the Utes will look to win their fourth-consecutive game when they face off with Oregon on Saturday.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE