Vermont's TJ Long Suffers Serious Leg Injury in NCAA Tournament Loss to Duke

The junior guard was helped off the court after a non-contact injury late in the game, leaving his team and fans concerned.

TJ Long, Vermont's leading scorer, suffered a non-contact right leg injury in the closing minutes of their NCAA Tournament loss to Duke.
The injury occurred with 1:18 left in the game, causing immediate concern and silence at Barclays Center.
Long had to be helped off the court and was later seen leaving the locker room on crutches.
Vermont coach John Becker expressed hope that the injury is not catastrophic, pending further tests.
Despite the injury, Long's season was highlighted by significant contributions, including five game-winners.