KNOXVILLE — Tennessee defeated Jacksonville State, 75-53, Saturday at Thompson-Boling Arena.
Following the contest, it was known that redshirt senior Lamonte Turner will be out for the remainder of the season, and ending his career with Tennessee.
Turner will have surgery to repair a shoulder injury.
Statement from Head Coach Rick Barnes on Lamonte Turner
“After he met with the media today, Lamonté and his family sat down with me and he informed me of his decision. He gave everything he had for four and a half years, he earned his degree and he played a key role in establishing the culture of our program. We all love Lamonté and are saddened that he is unable to continue playing at this time. We’ll continue to support him as he takes his next steps.”