Iowa State All-American Joshua Jefferson goes down with ankle injury in first round
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Key Points:
- Iowa State forward Joshua Jefferson suffered a serious left ankle injury early in their game against Tennessee State and was taken for x-rays, casting doubt on his availability for the upcoming second-round matchup against Kentucky.
- Jefferson, a key player for the Cyclones, averages 16.9 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game, and is a second-team All-American and No. 2 in KenPom’s Player of the Year standings.
- Iowa State head coach T.J. Otzelberger noted the team will adjust to a more guard-oriented attack and floor spacing if Jefferson is unable to play.
- Kentucky advanced to the Round of 32 following Otega Oweh’s standout performance and is
