TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas basketball has announced that senior guard Melvin Council Jr. will be out for some time with a broken foot.
The Jayhawks said Council Jr. broke his right foot during practice on Monday, Nov. 9.
“Melvin broke the fifth metatarsal in his foot during Monday’s practice and will have surgery in the next couple of days,” said Head Coach Bill Self. “We expect a full recovery and we’re hopeful he will return around the start of the conference season.”
Through two games, Council Jr. is averaging eight points, five assists and 3.5 rebounds a game.
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The No. 15 Jayhawks will compete in the State Farm Champions Classic on Tuesday, Nov. 10 against No. 22 Kentucky in Chicago. Tipoff is set for 8:30 p.m.
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