Joshua Jefferson injury update: Will Iowa State star forward play vs Tennessee?
Will Iowa State basketball get star Joshua Jefferson back against Tennessee for the Sweet 16 matchup vs Tennessee on Friday? Here's the latest:
CHICAGO ā In the final injury report ahead of the Sweet 16 matchup from the United Center on Friday, March 27, the No. 2-seeded Cyclones listed Jefferson as "questionable" against No. 6-seed Tennessee.
The game is set for a 10:10 p. m. ET tipoff.
REQUIRED READING: March Madness games today: Analyzing Friday's Sweet 16 men's NCAA Tournament matchups Jefferson went down in the opening minutes of the first round with an ankle injury and has been sidelined since, including Iowa State's second-round victory over Kentucky. The senior is second on the Cyclones with his 16. 4 points per game and led the team with 7.
4 rebounds per game. His return would be crucial to help Iowa State reach the Elite Eight for the first time since the 2000 NCAA Tournament. Here's the latest on Jefferson: Will Joshua Jefferson play vs Tennessee?