Lamont Butler is back, and Kentucky Wildcats fans can breathe a sigh of relief. After suffering a shoulder injury during the SEC Tournament game against Oklahoma, Butler’s status was uncertain. However, Coach Mark Pope confirmed that Butler will be available for the NCAA Tournament.
Butler, who averages 11.5 points, 4.3 assists, and 2.8 rebounds per game, is a crucial player for the Wildcats. His injury had fans worried, especially given his history of shoulder issues. However, Pope assured that the imaging results were “perfect,” and Butler is expected to make a full recovery.
Butler’s return is a significant boost to the Wildcats’ chances in the NCAA Tournament. With their second-leading scorer, Jaxson Robinson, out for the season with a wrist injury, and backup point guard Kerr Kriisa still recovering from foot surgery, Butler’s presence is more vital than ever.
The Wildcats will need Butler’s leadership and experience to make a deep run in the tournament. As Pope put it, “He means so much to our team outside the tournament, and inside the tournament, he maybe even means more to us”. With Butler back in the lineup, Kentucky fans can look forward to an exciting NCAA Tournament run.
