NC State Guard Mike James to Miss Multiple Weeks Due to Knee Injury
Wolfpack to be without star guard for upcoming games
NC State Wolfpack guard Mike James will miss multiple weeks due to a knee injury, the team announced Monday. James suffered the injury in the Wolfpack's 88-79 win over the Pittsburgh Panthers on Saturday.
Details of the injury
The severity of James' injury has not been disclosed, but the Wolfpack said he will be out indefinitely. James is the Wolfpack's leading scorer and assist man, so his absence will be a major blow to the team
Impact on the Wolfpack
James' injury is a big loss for the Wolfpack, who are 11-5 this season and in contention for an NCAA Tournament berth. James is averaging 18.5 points and 5.5 assists per game, and he is one of the best shooters in the ACC.
Outlook for James
It is unclear when James will be able to return to the lineup. The Wolfpack have 10 games remaining in the regular season, so it is possible that James will miss the rest of the season. However, the Wolfpack are hopeful that James will be able to return for the ACC Tournament in March.
Conclusion
Mike James' injury is a major setback for the NC State Wolfpack. James is one of the best players in the ACC, and his absence will be a major blow to the team's chances of making the NCAA Tournament. The Wolfpack will need to find a way to replace James' production, or their season could be in jeopardy.