The season is over earlier than it began for a St. John’s freshman.
Imran Suljanovic suffered a dislocated patella throughout Thursday’s apply and is about to endure season-ending surgical procedure on Tuesday, the varsity introduced.
Suljanovic, a 6-8 wing from Austria, was not anticipated to have a big position for the Pink Storm this season, however head coach Rick Pitino touted his “great potential” upon touchdown his dedication.
Earlier than signing with St. John’s, the 19-year-old Suljanovic performed for Pallacanestro Reggiana in Northern Italy.
Suljanovic additionally averaged 22.4 factors, 5.6 rebounds and a couple of.1 assists per recreation whereas enjoying for Austria on the Worldwide FIBA U18 EuroBasket competitors over the summer season.
His restoration is predicted to take 4 to 5 months.
