USC's Isaiah Collier Sidelined for 4-6 Weeks Due to Hand Injury

Freshman guard's absence could open larger role for Bronny James as Trojans face critical stretch of games.

USC freshman guard Isaiah Collier, a projected top-five NBA draft pick, is expected to miss 4-6 weeks due to a hand injury sustained during a game against Washington State.
Collier's absence is a significant loss for the Trojans as he is the team's second-leading scorer, averaging 15.4 points per game, and has started all 16 games this season.
Collier's injury could open a larger role for fellow freshman Bronny James, who has been playing on a minutes restriction as he returns from a cardiac arrest suffered during the summer.
Despite a recent shooting slump, James is considered a valuable asset to USC’s defense and has already been trusted to close games in Collier’s place.
The Trojans, currently with an 8-8 record, will play their next three games on the road, starting with Colorado on Saturday.