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Xavier’s Edmond Sumner tears ACL

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ST LOUIS, MO - MARCH 20: Edmond Sumner #4 of the Xavier Musketeers reacts after a play in the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers during the second round of the 2016 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Scottrade Center on March 20, 2016 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

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Xavier announced on Monday afternoon that Edmond Sumner has torn the ACL in his left knee.

“I am devastated for Edmond,” Xavier head coach Chris Mack said in a statement released by the program. “Unfortunately, sometimes bad things happen to great people. Through diligent rehab, hard work and prayer I know Ed will return to the court better than ever. He’s an awesome kid, a fearless competitor and a terrific teammate. I’m going to miss coaching him the rest of the year. As far as our current team is concerned, our goals have not changed. Next man up.”

Sumner was injured on Sunday evening in a game at St. John’s. He scored on a driving layup, but when he landed on his left leg, his knee bent backwards. (You can see video of the injury here. It’s not pretty.)

Sumner, who is averaging 15.0 points and 5.0 assists on the season, is a potential first round pick. It will be interesting to see if this injury keeps him in school for another year.