Huggins is Uncertain if Kedrian Johnson Will Play vs Auburn

West Virginia is about to welcome in an excellent Auburn (16-4, 4-2) staff this Saturday for the Large 12/SEC Problem. 

A win over the Fifteenth-ranked Tigers would do wonders for the Mountaineers’ event resume however they might should do it with out one in all its key gamers – place to begin guard Kedrian Johnson.

Johnson injured his ankle throughout Wednesday’s win over Texas Tech and his standing for Saturday’s recreation is unknown presently.

“I do not know,” stated head coach Bob Huggins. “I will know that after apply at present. I do know Keddy is banged up fairly good. James [Okonkwo] is banged up some. I believe James shall be high quality however Keddy is banged up fairly good.”

Johnson has been a giant increase for the Mountaineers on the offensive finish, posting back-to-back 20-point video games towards TCU and Texas. If he’s unable to go, you may anticipate Joe Toussaint to slip into the beginning lineup.

Toussaint is presently third on the staff in scoring, averaging 10.6 factors per recreation. He is additionally averaging 2.9 rebounds and a couple of.8 assists whereas taking pictures 39% from the sector and 32% from three-point vary.

West Virginia and Auburn will tip-off at 12 p.m. EST and shall be televised on ESPN.

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