Maliq Brown, Duke’s forward, suffered a shoulder dislocation during a game against Virginia on February 17, 2025. Following the injury, head coach Jon Scheyer stated that Brown would be excluded for an extended period.
Maliq Brown Injury Update: Will He Play Against Mount St. Mary’s?
Maliq Brown dislocated his shoulder on February 17, 2025, while playing for Duke versus Virginia. The injury occurred during a high-contact play, and he was immediately taken out of the game for medical treatment.
As of March 21, 2025, no official reports have confirmed Brown’s comeback for the NCAA Tournament opener. Given the severity of his injury, Brown appears to be out for at least the first weekend of March Madness.
Following the incident, Scheyer issued an update, describing the injury as “serious.”
“As far as Maliq goes, can’t give you any more other than, look, he wants to do whatever he can to get back and have a chance to play. I’m lucky to be coaching all these guys where they have that attitude,” Scheyer said Thursday at the Lenovo Center.
While Duke has not completely ruled him out, the coaching staff has encouraged a careful approach to avoid worsening his ailment. Fans hoping for a surprise return must wait for an official medical update from the team.
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With Brown out of the squad, Duke has relied on its depth to produce impressive outcomes. In his absence, players like Kyle Filipowski and Mark Mitchell have stepped up to deliver more scoring and defensive solidity.
While Brown’s availability remains uncertain, Duke is ready to face Mount St. Mary’s with a strong lineup. Fans should keep a watch out for official updates, although Brown’s return does not look to be soon.
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