The highly anticipated SEC Tournament showdown between No. 12-seed Vanderbilt and No. 13-seed Texas is set to be a thrilling matchup, but injuries to key players could significantly impact the outcome.
Both teams have had to navigate setbacks, making this game even more unpredictable. Let’s examine the injury report for this opening-round game.
Vanderbilt-Texas Injury Report
Vanderbilt Commodores
G MJ Collins (Ankle): Vanderbilt guard MJ Collins has been dealing with a lingering ankle sprain, which has limited his minutes in recent games. His ability to cut and drive to the basket has been impacted, making his availability for the Texas matchup uncertain.
MJ Collins is a full participant in shootaround and has no brace on his ankle. pic.twitter.com/9iOg7J9KUw
— Joey Dwyer (@joey_dwy) March 11, 2025
F Ty Harper (Knee): Harper has been managing knee soreness, which has affected his explosiveness on both ends of the floor. While he has been participating in light team drills, Vanderbilt’s medical staff will monitor his status leading up to game time.
Texas Longhorns
G Alex Hemenway (Concussion): Texas sharpshooter Alex Hemenway entered concussion protocol last week following a hard fall in the previous game. His absence could be a big blow for Texas, as his three-point shooting is a key part of the Longhorns’ offense.
F Dillon Mitchell (Wrist): Mitchell has been dealing with a wrist injury, which has affected his shooting form. While he has been seen practicing with a brace, his status remains day-to-day.
How These Injuries Could Impact the Matchup
Vanderbilt’s depth will be tested if Collins is unable to play at full capacity. His absence could lead to increased minutes for Ezra Manjon, who has shown flashes of brilliance this season.
Meanwhile, Texas’ three-point game could suffer without Hemenway, forcing the Longhorns to rely more on their inside game and transition offense.
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With both teams eyeing a deep run in the postseason, these injury updates will be crucial in shaping strategies leading up to the game. Fans should stay tuned for last-minute updates as coaches finalize their rotations.
The winner of this game will move on to the second round of the SEC Tournament in Nashville, Tenn., where they will face No. 5-seed Texas A&M on Thursday.
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