The Longhorns are in Kansas City to face off against Texas Tech in the Big 12 Tournament quarterfinals. The winner of Thursday’s game will more than likely heading to the NCAA Tournament, while the loser could be going to the NIT.
Going 1-1 against the Red Raiders this season, when Texas got a win in Lubbock, freshman forward Brock Cunningham was a key contributor, having eight points, five rebounds, and an assist.
Now, the Longhorns could be without him on Thursday afternoon as Cunningham rolled his ankle in practice on Wednesday. Head Coach Shaka Smart said Texas is evaluating the injury and said the ankle it “swelled up pretty good.”
Talking about Brock Cunningham rolling his ankle at today's practice, Shaka Smart said Texas is evaluating the injury, but added that it "swelled up pretty good."
— Kevin Flaherty (@KFlaherty247) March 11, 2020
Cunningham was a solid piece during the five-game winning streak, averaging 4.2 points and 5.0 rebounds over that stretch. His minutes have gone up since the injury to Jericho Sims, playing at least 15 mins in six out of the final seven games.
Texas will face Texas Tech on Thursday at 11:30 a.m. CST on ESPN2.
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