BYU Wing Kanon Catchings Remains Doubtful for Iowa State Game

Kanon Catchings continues to recover from a knee injury he suffered a few weeks ago.

It’s been an inconsistent season for freshman wing Kanon Catchings, as his playing time has varied throughout the conference schedule. After being moved to the bench, Catchings has struggled to find a consistent rhythm, and his knee injury, which he sustained during a home victory over West Virginia, may keep him out for the remainder of the Big 12 Conference Tournament.

This is a significant setback for the BYU basketball team, which will need all of its players available to make a deep run in the competitive tournament. A win against Iowa State could lead to a matchup with Houston, and if they advance further, they might face Arizona or Kansas, as Texas Tech is likely to come out of the championship game.

Kanon’s absence is a challenge for a BYU team that values having more shooters on the floor.

However, BYU may have some luck, as Iowa State could be dealing with injury concerns of their own, affecting key players.

Tamin Lipsey, the Cyclones’ experienced point guard and floor leader, along with defensive specialist Keshon Gilbert, are both game-time decisions for Iowa State under coach TJ Otzelberger. These two vital players in Iowa State’s lineup could leave the Cyclones shorthanded in their matchup against BYU, which enters the game well-rested, prepared, and eager to perform on a bigger stage.

Will the Cyclones risk further injury for a potential Big 12 title or save their guards for the upcoming NCAA Tournament?

It’s a tough decision, and while BYU has performed well in recent weeks without Catchings, the absence of Lipsey and Gilbert leaves a major void for Iowa State. This is certainly a situation to watch in the coming hours.