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ISU’s Jefferson up in the air for Kentucky, but eyeing a game-time test

Iowa State star Joshua Jefferson is listed as unlikely to play in Sunday’s NCAA Tournament second-round game against Kentucky due to a left ankle injury, but he plans to test the ankle in hopes of suiting up. The Cyclones, who beat Tennessee State 108-74 without Jefferson, will rely on others like Tamin Lipsey, Killyan Toure and Nate Heise if he can’t go, while Kentucky brings a deep, talent-laden roster. ISU coach TJ Otzelberger emphasized they’ll prepare for either scenario and focus on starting fast and applying defensive pressure against Kentucky.

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Iowa State braces for Kentucky as Jefferson's status remains uncertain

Iowa State rolled to a 108-74 victory over Tennessee State to reach the NCAA Round of 32, but All-American forward Joshua Jefferson left early with an ankle injury; x-rays were negative, his status for Sunday’s game vs. Kentucky remains day-to-day, and the Cyclones plan to play for him if he can’t go, with Killyan Toure scoring 25 to lead the win as teammates vow to step up.

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Cyclones star Joshua Jefferson sidelined by ankle injury, vows rehab ahead of next round

Iowa State cruised to a 108-74 first-round NCAA Tournament win over Tennessee State, but forward Joshua Jefferson rolled his left ankle and left the court in a boot; X-rays reportedly showed no fracture. He plans to rehab hard and hopes to return by Sunday or next weekend as ISU’s depth carried the load with Milan Momcilovic, Nate Heise, Jamarion Batemon and Killyan Toure stepping up during a 23-0 run that swung the game

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ISU’s Joshua Jefferson sidelined by left ankle sprain as trainer details recovery plan

Iowa State forward Joshua Jefferson suffered a left ankle sprain in the NCAA Tournament first-round win over Tennessee State. He’s in a boot and non-weight-bearing, with a plan to progress as safely as possible. ISU athletic trainer Vic Miller emphasized the diagnosis rules out fracture/high-ankle injury, noted coordination with orthopedists, and outlined a treatment-focused rehab over the next 48 hours—rest, compression, and controlled movement, plus nutrition—as ISU assesses whether he can return for Sunday’s game against Kentucky.

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Iowa State star Joshua Jefferson injures ankle in first-round NCAA game, status for next round unclear

Iowa State forward Joshua Jefferson left the NCAA Tournament first-round game against Tennessee State with a serious left ankle injury and was sent to the locker room for X-rays, potentially affecting the Cyclones’ status for a possible second-round clash with Kentucky. Jefferson, a 2023-24 second-team All-American, averages 16.9 points, 7.6 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game this season and has helped fuel Iowa State’s campaign with multiple strong performances.

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