TyTy Washington injury update: Kentucky G leaves Auburn game in first half

TyTy Washington left the first half of the Kentucky-Auburn basketball game early after landing on his teammate’s foot, injuring his left ankle.

TyTy Washington landed on Tshiebwe’s foot awkwardly, looks like he twisted his ankle. Needed help to walk off the court. Absolutely hate to see that, hope he’s alright pic.twitter.com/VgHNaipA9I

— Simon Gibbs (@SimonGibbs26) January 22, 2022

Unfortunately, Washington won’t be returning, UK announced at halftime.

TyTy Washington Jr. (left ankle injury) is out for the game.

— Kentucky Men’s Basketball (@KentuckyMBB) January 22, 2022

Washington logged 9 minutes in the first half, scoring 4 points on 2-of-4 shooting from the floor. He also had an assist and a steal.

Washington’s absence had a drastic impact on John Calipari’s squad. In the final 8 minutes of the half, Auburn outscored UK 13-8, trimming Kentucky’s lead to 33-29 at the break.

We’ll see how Kentucky handles the second half in The Jungle without Washington.

Featured image via Bleacher Report @ br_CBB on Twitter

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