The former five-star recruit had not seen the court since December 22nd but has the talent to carve out a spot in the rotation. IUs media guide reported Lander to have missed time recently with a sore leg.. VE0tTUY2UFhYQycpOwo8L3NjcmlwdD4KPG5vc2NyaXB0Pgo8aWZyYW1lIGhl He flashed his passing ability, with 30 assists in 26 games, demonstrating that he could break down defenses off the bounce. He enrolled at IU a year early, and played his first year through college basketballs unique 2020-21 season. Backcourt depth and in particular point guard depth will be a concern. Both could see those roles expanded in the short term. If the coaching hire isnt a good fit for Khristian, he has to have options, Landers father, Keith, told the Evansville Courier & Press. KhrLander in particular has seized the opportunity presented by Rob Phinisee's injury and run with it. FOX SPORTS, SPEED, SPEED.COM & 2023 Fox Media LLC and Fox Sports Interactive Media, LLC. Playing for Indiana Elite on the Adidas Gauntlet circuit last spring and summer, Lander averaged 11.5 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.5 assists. The He averaged more He will miss Saturday's game at Maryland, and with Khristian Its no surprise. Rob Phinisee wanted the ball. Coach Mike Woodson confirmed during a Zoom call Friday that Phinisee, who left during the first half of Wednesdays win against Penn State and did not return, wont be able to play Saturday. The 6-foot-2 freshman was 6-for-26 from 2-point range in averaging 2.1 points. Tyler Olden #12. It's just physical right now.". Lander took official visits to Louisville and Michigan in the fall. Reitz High School graduate Khristian Lander has entered the NCAA transfer portal but hasnt ruled out areturn to Indiana Universitys mens basketball team. In no way does that mean Im leaving IU. Lander had dressed in some of IUs most recent games and against Maryland, he finally made his return. 8h. Indiana returns to action on Saturday against Maryland. Tennessee Volunteers. So, were short-handed. Previously: Logan Duncomb, Tamar Bates, Anthony Leal, Trey For the second straight offseason, Indiana guard Khristian Lander has entered his name to the NCAA transfer portal. 'Run a play for me': Rob Phinisee wanted the ball. Miller coaxed Lander into forgoing his senior year in year in high school, reclassifying so he could join the IU program in 2020. "He's probably got to be evaluated sometime tomorrow. Indiana's Khristian Lander Pulls Out of Transfer Portal, Stays With Hoosiers Indiana freshman Khristian Lander has decided to stay at Indiana, and has withdrawn Lander closed Saturday's 70-59 victory over FIU with eight points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one block across 24 minutes. The last time before tonight that Georgetown lost by 40 or more was on 12/27/1971 at No. The Hoosiers have just six scholarship players not in the portal. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nba | pageType: statistics | He hit just 25.7% of his shots from the field, though he had back-to-back seven-point outings versus Michigan and Michigan State at the end of the season, connecting on 6-of-13 in those games. Hed come back in the second half with 8:34 to play and the result of the game largely in hand. He has been a key rotation piece off the wing but could also slide over and play the point in a pinch. 18 Ohio State Buckeyes. Phinisee was on the shoulders of IU teammates just under a week ago, too. Lander is Indiana's first commitment in the 2021 class, but the Hoosiers do have three signees in 2020: in-state shooting guards Trey Galloway and Anthony Leal and three-star small forward Jordan Geronimo. Phinisee has played in 16 games for IU this year averaging just over 20 minutes per game. High school career [ edit] Lander played basketball for FJ Reitz High School in Evansville, Indiana. His stint in the first half lasted just three minutes. Lander has also been struggling with a lower leg injury for the last few weeks. Akot will return to the fold Thursday night, pushing Lander back to the bench. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Lander said he has tendinitis. That's why he didn't play tonight, so we've got to get one of them back," Woodson added. I dont go into games worrying about how many minutes, Woodson said. Lander, 5-star PG, picks Indiana, may reclassify, Sizing up the player of the year winners in all 32 Division I men's conferences, 'Unbelievable night': ND wins Brey's home finale, No. Follow IndyStar reporter Zach Osterman on Twitter: @ZachOsterman.Follow IndyStar reporter Zach Osterman on Twitter: @ZachOsterman. Z3RtX2F1dGg9JysnS2hINmhlQ3BvV0pVSG5xVnpkRWE3dycrCiAgICAgICAg The former five-star prospect hadnt seen any playing time since Dec. 22. After missing last game with a sore leg, Lander was spotted warming up ahead of Thursday's action against Iowa. BLOOMINGTON IU guard Rob Phinisees status is unclear after an apparent leg injury in the first half of IUs 74-57 win over Penn State. Miller was fired after posting a four-year record of 67-56, including 33-43 in the Big Ten. The story behind the viral photo of Rob Phinisee amid a sea of IU fans. The five-star recruit is averaging just 3.3 points and 1.8 assists over 13.5 minutes per game to begin the season. Hoyas lost 88-44 that day. IU basketball: Rob Phinisee suffers injury; Khristian Lander not ready, 'Mandalorian' star Pedro Pascal, creators on new Grogu revelations and 'Last of Us' comparisons, Saved by the bell: Contestant ordered to keep mask on, in historic 'Masked Singer' first, Chris Pine admits 'it does look' like Harry Styles spit on him but this is what actually happened, Rebel Wilson 'collapsed' after Ramona Agruma proposal: 'I was so overwhelmed', Amy Grant recalls being 'so scared' to return to touring following serious bike accident. Lander has been dealing with a leg issue and has not appeared in any of IUs eight games this calendar year. Phinisee was playing defense before grabbing a rebound and halting play to grab his lower right leg after attempting to walk the ball up the court. He immediately stopped, and began reaching for his right ankle. Lander is currently in the 2021 class, but reclassifying and attending college next fall has been an option for him. The Hoosiers earned the No. Elijah Hughey #10. Hed only play 10 minutes in IUs 68-55 win he was never going to be expected for much more in his return and his coach was pleased with his efforts. pic.twitter.com/MnHVdMOGqW Khristian Lander He tried to put weight down. He drained it, a smooth stroke swishing through the net. I appreciate all Hoosier fans forever, no matter what happens.. bS9uZXdzL21pa2Utd29vZHNvbi1naXZlcy11cGRhdGUtb24tcm9iLXBoaW5p L3d3dy5nb29nbGV0YWdtYW5hZ2VyLmNvbS9ndG0uanM/aWQ9JytpK2RsKycm "I'm thinking about going 2020 very strongly, but I'm not for sure yet," Lander said Tuesday night. And under a minute later, Maryland left Lander wide-open to shoot a 3. Lander played 18 minutes across the past two games after missing time with a leg injury, but he's now unavailable again, and it's unclear if he'll be out beyond If Lander does not return Wednesday, his next chance to return is Monday against Nebraska. The former five-star prospect hadnt seen any playing time since Dec. 22. Lander was suspended for Tuesday's game at Northwestern for disciplinary reasons, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports. Former 5-star recruit Khristian Lander to leave IU basketball, Lander has received fairly constant criticism during his year and a half as a Hoosier. Lander was seen with tape on his knee. He had four fouls though, and one turnover. Lander did not play in IUs win and hasnt played since Dec. 22. Connor McDavid on extending his multi-goal scoring streak with a pair in tonight's 5-2 win over the Maple Leafs. Indiana dominated Penn State in a 74-57 victory on Wednesday night in a game where almost everything went their way. To keep earning more playing time, Lander said Woodson wants to see more of Lander running the floor that he can run the offense without looking over to Woodson for directions. The 6-foot-2 point guard averaged 2.1 points and 1.2 assists per contest in around 10 minutes per contest. 8 Arizona Wildcats at USC Trojans, The Plus/Minus: UVA womens basketball falls to Wake Forest in the ACC Tournament, Xavier basketball plays possibly best game of the season to beat Providence. aW9uIG9mIGNzLmpzIHNvIHdlIGFsd2F5cyBoYXZlIHRoZSBsYXN0IHZlcnNp Prev School: Indiana BioStatsHistorical Media Bio Bio Stats Historical Media Years at WKU: 1 | Years in college: 3 | Eligibilty remaining: 3 INDIANA (2020-22): Appeared in 13 contests as a sophomore in 2021-22 His 10 minutes at Maryland on Saturday was a chance for him to regain some comfort on the court after missing so much time. The development of Trey Galloway Following Saturdays game, Indiana has a week off before hosting Illinois the following weekend. His next chance to take the court will be a matchup at Iowa on Thursday. Durham, in particular, announced he intends to play elsewhere as a grad transfer in 2021-22. dCc6CiAgICAgICAgbmV3IERhdGUoKS5nZXRUaW1lKCksZXZlbnQ6J2d0bS5q But he wasnt ready, at least thats what Hoosiers coach Mike Woodson said. Lander, a former top 30 recruit from Evansville, appeared in 39 career games for the Hoosiers and averaged 2.4 points and 1.1 Indiana concluded the 2021-22 regular season with an 18-12 record and a 9-11 mark in Big Ten play. Its definitely exploratory to understand what those options are.. Its a big dribble-drive team, a big isolation time. Rob Phinisee didnt play due to a leg injury he suffered during the St. Johns game. Phinisee wrapped his arms around teammates and turned straight for the locker room. 3 reasons IU beat Penn State: So much for a lineup shakeup. All five players who were suspended for Tuesday's game against Northwestern will be back on Saturday. Don't know right now, Woodson said. MjI3MzMxMDIiLAogICAgYzc6ICJodHRwczovL2luZGlhbmEucml2YWxzLmNv Welcome to Thats A Wrap, our player-by-player recap of the 2021-2022 Indiana Hoosiers. So much for a lineup shakeup. Hes scoring 5.4 points per game, but playing some of the best defensive basketball of his career, now in Woodsons system. Lander had an up-and-down season in 2020-21 after skipping his senior season at Evansville Reitz and arriving to IU a year early. It just puts me in a better position for the future. ID0gZG9jdW1lbnQuY3JlYXRlRWxlbWVudCgic2NyaXB0IiksIGVsID0gZG9j WebKhristian Lander (born August 9, 2002) is an American college basketball player for the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers of the Conference USA. Its also unclear if Joey Brunk, following a back injury, will return for another season. eW5jID0gdHJ1ZTsKICAgIC8vIGxvYWRpbmcgdGhlIGV2ZXJncmVlbiB2ZXJz Illinois womens basketball is no longer an afterthought, Big 12 title goal checked off, are Kansas Jayhawks poised for NCAA repeat? Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these, #4 - GUARD - WESTERN KENTUCKY HILLTOPPERS. Khiristian decided the day after Archie Miller was fired as IU coach that he would enter the enter the transfer portal, makingit official on Friday morning. Lander, however, struggled from 3-point range, hitting 18 of 70 from behind the arc, a 25.7 percentage. ", Woodson did not describe what Lander is dealing with, but said it is all physical.. Lander has been dealing with a leg issue and has not appeared in any of IUs eight games this calendar year. But now IU needed him. All Rights Reserved. Lander participated in pregame warmups Saturday, but he'll be unavailable once again. All those guys are capable of beating you off the dribble. Lander (leg) did not play in the game versus Purdue on Thursday despite being dressed for the game. HIs role hasn't grown much so far since the 2020-21 campaign, but that can at least partially be attributed to injury. Lander had two shifts on Saturday. There doesn't seem to be any recent rumors or news. He only had three points, but he also had just one turnover after having four the previous game. Lander, who has missed the last eight games for Indiana, is active for the Hoosiers. Its that simple.. Media Indiana announced a little more than an hour from tipoff that it would once again be without guards Trey Galloway and Khristian Lander for Thursdays game Phinisee is among Woodsons most-trusted veterans and bench players, and an able foil to Xavier Johnson, IUs starting point guard. aWQ9J2RzX2RlZmF1bHRfYW5jaG9yJz48L2Rpdj4KPC9kaXY+CjwvZGl2PgoK, Certain Data by Sportradar and Stats Perform, PCEtLSBCZWdpbiBjb21TY29yZSBUYWcgLS0+Cgo8c2NyaXB0PgogIHZhciBf Lander (13 games): 2.9 points, .9 assists, .8 rebounds, 45.2 FG% in 8.8 minutes per game. c2VlLXMtaW5qdXJ5IgogIH0pOwogIChmdW5jdGlvbigpIHsKICAgIHZhciBz The freshman is only averaging 3.0 points and 1.0 assists in 9.2 minutes per contest, so his prolonged absence hasn't had much of an impact on Indiana's rotation. It's @jackeichel who breaks the ice for the @GoldenKnights! WebLatest on Western Kentucky Hilltoppers guard Khristian Lander including complete game-by-game stats on ESPN Five-star junior Khristian Lander announced his commitment to the Indiana Hoosiers on Tuesday night, choosing the in-state school over the Louisville Cardinals, Michigan Wolverines and Memphis Tigers. Earlier this week, the IU student section was chanting his name. 2 Marquette. IH0pKCk7Cjwvc2NyaXB0PgoKPG5vc2NyaXB0PgogIDxpbWcgc3JjPSJodHRw He was walking back to the bench with the trainers. Lander dealt with a nagging knee injury for much of the year, but even when he was healthy, he didn't play much. He was out due to a coachs decision, Woodson said. LmpzcmRuLmNvbS9zL2NzLmpzP3A9MjI1NDYnIHR5cGU9J3RleHQvamF2YXNj Lander was dressed once again for Sunday's matchup but didn't appear in the game. Lander played 18 minutes across the past two games after missing time with a leg injury, but he's now unavailable again, and it's unclear if he'll be out beyond Tuesday. Woodson has previously said hes had to undo a lot of things in Phinisees head. Everybodys got to pitch in and play their part. Phinisee is two games removed from a legendary 20-point performance to help Indiana secure their first victory over Purdue since 2016. The senior guard has been one of IUs top bench players this season, especially on the defensive end. He became the sixth IU player to enter the transfer portal. All rights reserved. aWdodD0nMCcgc3JjPSdodHRwczovL3d3dy5nb29nbGV0YWdtYW5hZ2VyLmNv He's gotta be evaluated probably sometime tomorrow.. Lander said he thought his defense has been getting better, though joked he still had those four fouls to cut down on. WebTrey Galloway Joins Rob Phinisee, Khristian Lander on Indiana's Injured List COLUMBUS, Ohio Indiana sophomore guard Trey Galloway will not play on Monday night against Full Roster. 1 seed in West, Scouting report: No. And with IU, you dont know what you dont know., Khristian made the following statement on a social media post: "I wanted to take some time to think about what I wanted to do that would put me in the best position. And Rob Phinisee made it happen. 12 Vols lose starting PG Zeigler to torn ACL, Tide's Oats takes blame for Miller's 'TSA' intro, Iowa State dismisses third-leading scorer Grill, Davis within 25 points of tying Maravich's mark, USC, OU, Seton Hall, Iowa in new hoops tourney, Man pleads guilty for trying to extort GT, Pastner, 5 things to know as Antoine Davis is set to pass 'Pistol' Pete's scoring record. I feel like whenever my time is, whenever Im The senior has dealt with several injuries throughout his career, including his ankles. I got faith in everybody that wears this uniform, Woodson said. All love for the Hoosiers ??? Though that time in the role of hero in the center of a court storm after his 20-point performance carrying IU to a win over Purdue. Troubs: https://t.co/yjETfu5Jqr Landers should work in off the bench at some point in Saturday's contest. Somehow we gotta get Khristian ready to play, Woodson said. Not knowing who will be the coach is something that has been on my mind. Assembly Hall had waited for a moment like this. Who will win each 2023 conference tournament? Senior Rob Phinisee has missed three weeks of games with a plantar fasciitis injury in his right foot and sophomore guard Khristian Lander, who has been Indiana announced a little more than an hour from tipoff that it would be without guards Trey Galloway and Khristian Lander for Mondays game at Ohio State. dy5fZGlkQXN5bmNJbmplY3RHb29nbGVUYWdNYW5hZ2VyID0gdHJ1ZTsKICAg Jack Magee was the coach and the Hoyas finished 3-23. Today: Khristian Lander. Lander totaled 10 points (2-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds and three assists over 17 minutes in Sunday's 87-52 win over North Alabama. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: IU basketball: Rob Phinisee suffers injury; Khristian Lander not ready. Jason Taylor reportedly staying with Miami football program over Dolphins, Illinois looks to stay perfect against Juwan Howards Wolverines, Five takeaways from Mizzou football defensive coaches, players, Against NC State, Duke Showed Just How Much It Has Grown, Stuff was flying everywhere: Inside the night an EF2 tornado destroyed OU footballs Kori Roberson's home, Big Ten tournament provides opportunity for Purdue basketball, Syracuse womens basketball: its now or never for the Oranges postseason hopes, Tennessee Football: Seven Vols head to Indy, NFL Combine full schedule, more, Still in UCLA's corner, Ben Howland stressed importance of getting No. He knew something was clearly wrong. Lander (leg) will not be available for Wednesday's game against Rutgers, Alec Lasley of Hooiser.com reports. czovL3NiLnNjb3JlY2FyZHJlc2VhcmNoLmNvbS9wP2MxPTImYzI9NzI0MTQ2 Woodson noted needing Khristian Lander has to get healthy as a result of Phinisees injury. Khristian Lander could miss the matchup against the No. Woodson noted needing Khristian Lander has to get healthy as a result of Phinisees injury. That's why he didn't play tonight. Its also unclear if Joey Brunk, following last years back injury, will return for another season. "We've got to get Khristian ready because he is not able to play either. d2luZG93Ll9kaWRBc3luY0luamVjdEdvb2dsZVRhZ01hbmFnZXIpIHJldHVy Guards Trey Galloway Indiana announced a little more than an hour from tipoff that it would once again be without guards Trey Galloway and Khristian Lander for Thursdays game against Maryland. Turk: https://t.co/aRNN2sie3Q https://t.co/kuAtEcivWv, Thoughts? WebLander started the past two games with Emmanuel Akot out due to injury. Moving forward, I want to make sure that I grow in an atmosphere that suits me best. 12 in the 2021 class. As is the case with all portal entrants, this doesnt necessarily mean Lander is leaving the program in the wake of Archie Millers firing as head coach. OSZjNz1odHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRmluZGlhbmEucml2YWxzLmNvbSUyRm5ld3Ml I coach based on how guys are playing as they feel.. He couldnt. Lander has missed the last five games with a leg injury. Lander won't suit up for Sunday's game against Minnesota for precautionary reasons due to a sore leg. He could possibly be day-to-day, Woodson said, suggesting Phinisees status will depend upon the progression of his treatment. Lander admitted that the 6-foot-10 Powell has blocked his shot when they played one-on-one. IU now has just six scholarship players not in the portal, though its unclear if Trayce Jackson-Davis intends to return to college next season or opt for the NBA Draft. His play has improved over the course of the year which coach Mike Woodson has described may come from how hes helped instill confidence in Phinisee. Pelicans-Blazers is tied in Q3 on ESPN https://t.co/tGKFCYWAOW. With Lander presumably ruled it, the second-year guard will end up missing his fifth consecutive contest. bD0nK2w6Jyc7ai5hc3luYz10cnVlO2ouc3JjPQogICAgICAgICdodHRwczov Anthony Leal and Trey Galloway, two other in-state freshman guards, have indicated they planto stay at IU. Lander (leg) is warming up for Thursday's game against Iowa, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Starreports. WebKhristian Lander #4. IU vs. Maryland: IU basketball's backcourt, matchups in frontcourt among things I'm watching vs. Maryland. 'S backcourt, matchups in frontcourt among things I 'm watching vs. Maryland been a rotation... 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