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UConn Guard Solo Ball to Sit Out 2026-2027 Season After Having Wrist Surgery

UConn guard Solo Ball Jr. will miss the 2026-27 season to undergo wrist surgery, the school announced Monday, April 20, 2026, taking a medical redshirt to return for 2027-28.
Ball sustained the wrist injury during a December 16, 2025, win over Butler and played through the pain for the remainder of the season, causing his three-point shooting accuracy to drop to 30%.
Despite the injury, the guard scored in double figures in the final four NCAA Tournament games and ranks 10th in UConn history with 199 career three-pointers. Head coach Dan Hurley said Ball is "a true Husky and a champion."
With the backcourt standout sidelined, the Huskies will rely on returning sharpshooter Braylon Mullins, point guard Silas Demary Jr., and transfers Nik Khamenia and Najai Hines to fill the void.
Coach Hurley may continue exploring the transfer portal for backcourt depth before Tuesday's midnight deadline, as the program adjusts expectations and prepares for Ball's return in 2027-28.

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