North Carolina coach Courtney Banghart had no update on the health of top scorer Alyssa Ustby after she exited early in Sunday’s win against NC State. Ustby played just 2.5 minutes before leaving the sideline and was never seen again by Banghart.
Ustby’s absence was significant, as she is a key player who averages 11.2 points and 9.7 rebounds per game. Her team struggled defensively and on the glass, with NC State holding a 20-rebound advantage and 18-second-chance points edge.
Despite Ustby’s absence, the Tar Heels managed to win the game in overtime, thanks in part to guard Reniya Kelly’s career-high 23 points. The team has now won five straight games and 10 of their last 11 overall.
Source: https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/43878278/north-carolina-alyssa-ustby-leaves-win-nc-state-early