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Zimi Nwokeji has 19 and 9 rebounds, Jacksonville beats Virginia Tech 74-64

Zimi Nwokeji had 19 points and nine rebounds, Robert McCray V added 17 points and eight assists and Jacksonville shot 62% in the second halfto help the Dolphins beat Virginia Tech...

NOVEMBER 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enters transfer portal Nwokeji entered the NCAA's transfer portal Monday, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Having only one season of collegiate eligibility remaining, Nwokeji will begin considering all offers from schools interested in his services. He continued to be enrolled at Dayton before entering the transfer portal.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Plays eight minutes in return Nwokeji (undisclosed) notched zero points (0-1 FG) and one rebound across eight minutes during Thursday's 76-60 win over Miami (FL).

Impact Nwokeji missed the start of the season for an undisclosed reason, but he took the court for the first time Thursday. Although he had a minimal impact off the bench, it appears as though he'll be available going forward.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't end up playing Nwokeji (undisclosed) did not end up playing in Saturday's game against Austin Peay.

Impact Nwokeji warmed up and was in uniform but did not end up seeing the floor. It's still unclear what he's dealing with and if he'll be ready to go Thursday when the team travels to play Miami.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available to suit up Nwokeji (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's game against Austin Peay, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports

Impact Nwokeji will end his three-game absence for an undisclosed injury. He was not cleared for full contact in time for the team's last game, but was cleared at some point prior to taking on Austin Peay. Nwokeji will mix into the frontcourt rotation.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up ahead of Saturday's game Nwokeji (undisclosed) was spotted warming up ahead of Saturday's game against Austin Peay, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Nwokeji has missed the last three games with an undisclosed injury. He did warmup prior to last game as well, but obviously did not take the court. It is still not clear if Nowkeji is cleared for contact, but it appears he is getting closer.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Misses third straight Nwokeji (undisclosed) did not take the court in Wednesday's 78-59 loss to Lipscomb.

Impact Nwokeji appears to be making progress after being spotted during warmups prior to the contest, though per David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News, he hadn't been cleared for contact drills as of Nov. 15. That likely makes him closer to week-to-week than day-to-day, though it continues to be a developing situation. He should be considered questionable, at best, for Saturday's matchup against Austin Peay. In the meantime, DaRon Holmes, Toumani Camara and Mustapha Amzil should continue handling the bulk of the frontcourt minutes.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Wednesday Nwokeji (undisclosed) is taking part in warmups ahead of Wednesday's game versus Lipscomb, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Nwokeji looks to be on the cusp of his season debut for the Flyers after missing out on the first two contests. Look for him to make his first appearance of the season off the bench, if he plays, though he could eventually carve out a starting role if he plays well.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted at practice Nowkeji (undisclosed) was spotted warming up with the team during Monday's practice, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact This bodes well for a return from Nwokeji in the relatively near future, though his status for Wednesday versus Lipscomb remains unclear. The freshman (by eligibility standards) appeared in 22 games last season and averaged 5.9 points and 2.4 boards over 19.8 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not suiting up Tuesday Nwokeji (undisclosed) is not in uniform for Tuesday's game against Illinois-Chicago, David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News reports.

Impact Nwokeji has yet to return to practice. It's unclear what type of injury he is dealing with. The redshirt freshman should mix into the frontcourt rotation this season once healthy.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available for opener Nwokeji (undisclosed) returned to practice and might be available for the season opener against Illinois-Chicago on Nov. 9, according to David Jablonski of the Dayton Daily News.

Impact Nwokeji wasn't present in the Fan Fest two weeks ago due to this undisclosed injury, but he's now back in practice and might be available for the season opener in two weeks. He averaged 5.9 points and 2.4 rebounds per game last season.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Nwokeji will come off the bench Monday against St. Bonaventure.

Impact The freshman forward started the past two games and averaged 10.0 points and 3.5 rebounds in 24.0 minutes, but he'll return to the bench Monday. Nwokeji has scored in double figures three times this season, including a 29-point eruption against Rhode Island in mid-February.

MARCH 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set for starting lineup debut Nwokeji will start Friday's game against Saint Louis.

Impact Nwokeji joins veteran Rodney Chaman as the two new inclusions in the starting lineup Friday, replacing Mustapha Amzil and Elijah Weaver. The move isn't particularly surprising after the freshman poured in a career-best 29 points Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs career-high 29 Nwokeji had a game and career-high 29 points (9-10 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 9-11 FT) to go along with nine rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block across 40 minutes off the bench in Tuesday's...

Impact Dayton was in foul trouble for much of this contest, with three players -- including starting center Jordy Tshimanga -- ultimately fouling out. This left an abundance of minutes at the wings for the freshman, who took full advantage. Nwokeji hadn't even attempted a field goal in 23 combined minutes over his last two contests, so it's tough to count on this production moving forward. That being said, the Flyers feature three seniors in the starting lineup, which could open the door for Nwokeji to be a foundational piece in 2021-22 and beyond.

FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Zimi Nwokeji has 19 and 9 rebounds, Jacksonville beats Virginia Tech 74-64