Xavier Johnson - College Basketball News & Rumors

Enters starting lineup Johnson is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Penn State, Zach Osterman of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Johnson will step into the starting five in place of Trey Galloway who will miss the game with a knee injury. Johnson last started Jan. 30 but has made 11 starts on the year. He's averaging 7.7 points, 2.6 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 24.6 minutes per contest.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out six assists in win Johnson provided 13 points (5-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, six assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Sunday's 83-78 win over Maryland.

Impact Johnson fueled the Hoosiers' win over the Terrapins on Sunday with an all-around effort, closing with 13 points, three rebounds, six assists and one steal in the contest. The 6-foot-3 senior has appeared in 16 games this season (11 starts), averaging 8.4 points, 2.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 0.9 steals on 24.4 minutes per game. Johnson and the Hoosiers will look to steal a win on the road against Minnesota on Wednesday.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

'Job's Not Finished': Xavier Johnson Returns From Injury For One Last Push Indiana sixth-year point guard Xavier Johnson is admittedly still bothered by an elbow injury that held him out for six games, but he’s hopi...

MARCH 1 • SACBEE.COM

Out vs. Nebraska Johnson (elbow) is out for Indiana's game Wednesday against Nebraska.

Impact Johnson will log his fifth consecutive DNP. Gabe Cupps has been part of Indiana's starting lineup during each of Johnson's four absences, so the former starting again would not be surprising. As for the latter, the next time he can play is currently Saturday, a visit scheduled at Penn State.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Johnson (elbow) is out for Sunday's game against Northwestern.

Impact Johnson was previously listed as a game-time decision after missing the previous three games for Indiana with an elbow injury. The senior guard has averaged 8.3 points, 2.2 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game for the Hoosiers this season. Johnson's next opportunity to return will come on Wednesday against Nebraska.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Johnson (elbow) won't play in Saturday's game versus Purdue.

Impact Johnson's absence streak will extend to three games due to an elbow injury he suffered against Iowa. Johnson's next chance to suit up is against Northwestern on Feb. 18.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Johnson (elbow) will miss Saturday's game against Penn State, per the availability report.

Impact Johnson was undergoing evaluation ahead of Saturday's contest due to an elbow injury suffered during Tuesday's contest versus Iowa, and the senior point man could not practice Thursday. Unfortunately, the elbow issue will cost Johnson more time, likely leading to more time on the ball for freshman Gabe Cupps.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers left arm injury Johnson suffered a left arm injury in Tuesday's win over Iowa, and a timetable for his return has yet to be determined. He finished with nine points (3-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two...

Impact Johnson drove to the basket with 2:12 left in the second half, but he was fouled hard and had to leave the game noticeably in pain. Head coach Mike Woodson said he's "uncertain" of the severity of the injury, but Johnson fell hard on the hardwood and started screaming in pain, so the Hoosiers could be preparing for the worse. Johnson's earliest chance to play will come against Penn State on Saturday.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 14 points in defeat Johnson ended Saturday's 70-62 loss to Illinois with 14 points (6-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-7 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 34 minutes.

Impact Johnson chipped in 14 points, four rebounds and two assists as the Hoosiers came up short against Illinois on Saturday. The 6-foot-3 senior has appeared in 13 games this season (10 starts), averaging 8.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 0.9 steals on 24 minutes per game. Johnson and the Hoosiers will look to get back on track against Iowa this Tuesday following three-straight losses.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Johnson (undisclosed) will start for Tuesday's game, Mike Schumann at The Daily Hoosier reports.

Impact Johnson was also listed as questionable prior to the last two games but ended up playing in both of them and will once again play Tuesday. Johnson will be starting which is great news for the Hoosiers as he is averaging 10.1 points per game this season.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to go Tuesday Johnson (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Rutgers.

Impact Johnson was also listed as questionable prior to the last two games but ended up playing in both of them. Clearly there is just some type of minor issue the team is monitoring. Johnson had a great outing last time out against Ohio State when he went for 18 points, three boards and three assists in a win.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Malik Reneau, Xavier Johnson lead Indiana past Ohio State in Big Ten showdown

Malik Reneau scored 19 of his 23 points in the second half to lead Indiana to a 71-65 win over Ohio State. John Fanta offers up three takeaw...

JANUARY 7

Malik Reneau, Xavier Johnson lead Indiana past Ohio State in Big Ten showdown

Available vs. Ohio State Johnson (undisclosed) is available for the Hoosiers' game Saturday against Ohio State, according to their X account.

Impact Unsurprisingly, Johnson warming up was a sign that he would be available Saturday. He will look to redeem himself after beginning 2024 on a sour note. Johnson logged zero points (0-3 FG) and four turnovers across his 15 minutes during the Hoosiers' game Wednesday at Nebraska.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Saturday Johnson (undisclosed) is warming up ahead of Saturday's game against Ohio State, Zach Browning of IU Sports Media reports.

Impact Johnson was initially listed as questionable to play Saturday, but the fact that he's dressed and warming up suggests he might be good to go. Johnson has started in his seven appearances this season, averaging 9.0 points and 2.1 rebounds per game in 2023-24.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Ohio State Johnson (undisclosed) is questionable to face Ohio State on Saturday.

Impact It's unclear what's going on with Johnson, but it sounds as if he'll be a game-time call for Sunday's matchup against the Seminoles. If he can't go, then his next chance to play will come against Rutgers on Tuesday.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in return Johnson recorded zero points (0-3 FG), two rebounds, three assists and one steal in 15 minutes during Wednesday's 86-70 loss to Nebraska.

Impact Johnson was back from a seven-game absence forced by a foot injury, but the end result was disappointing for fantasy managers who took a risk and deployed him in their lineups. It seems as if Johnson will be eased back into action with Big Ten play on the horizon, which means a good chunk of ball-handling responsibility will continue to lie with Gabe Cupps in the short term.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to action Johnson (foot) will suit up for Wednesday's game against Nebraska, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.

Impact Johnson will end his seven-game absence on Wednesday as Indiana welcomes back their point guard following a foot injury. He most likely will be eased back into action and may not get the start in this one.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Kel'el Ware Out, Xavier Johnson Questionable For Indiana Friday Against Kennesaw State Indiana will be without starting center Kel’el Ware in Friday’s game against Kennesaw State, and starting point guard Xavier Johnson is expe...

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM

Out Saturday Johnson (foot) won't play Saturday against Kansas, Zach Osterman of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact It'll be the fourth game Johnson's missed after suffering a foot injury on Nov. 26. The senior guard is averaging 10.5 points through six games this season. Gabe Cupps will likely get another start against Kansas.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not warming up Johnson (foot) is not warming up ahead of Saturday's game against Auburn and will not play, Todd Aaron Golden of CNHI Indiana reports.

Impact Johnson will miss his third consecutive game with a foot injury as Gabe Cupps will remain in the starting five in his place. Johnson will have a week to try and get right before the Hoosiers host Kansas on Dec. 16.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Live Blog: Follow Indiana's Big Ten Opener With Maryland in Real Time Indiana opens its Big Ten basketball season on Friday night, and they’ll have to do it against Maryland without veteran point guard Xavier J...

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Ruled out Friday Johnson (foot) won't play in Friday's game versus Maryland, Mike Schumann of the Daily Hoosier reports.

Impact Johnson will miss his first game of the season Friday after being downgraded from questionable to out with a foot injury. Gabe Cupps will likely receive extended playing time in his absence. Johnson's next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Michigan.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Designated as questionable Johnson has been listed as questionable on Indiana's availability report ahead of Friday's matchup with Maryland.

Impact Johnson, who has been dealing with a foot injury, remains questionable to suit up against the Terrapins as Indiana opens conference play. If the 6-foot-3 senior is ultimately unavailable, his next opportunity to return would come Tuesday against Michigan.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana Frontcourt Dominates, Xavier Johnson Injured in 89-76 Win Over Harvard Indiana leaned on its frontcourt trio of Mackenzie Mgbako, Malik Reneau and Kel’el Ware, who combined for 63 points in Sunday’s win over Har...

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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Malik Reneau, Xavier Johnson lead Indiana past Ohio State in Big Ten showdown