Teel: Health main concern as VCU abandons regular season final to Davidson | University sports

“He’s a tough kid, man,” Rhoades said. “He suffered insane injuries. He couldn’t go, so that’s a problem.

A versatile 6-foot-6 wing, Williams suffered shoulder, Achilles and hand ailments during his three seasons at VCU, as well as a concussion. His value transcends the stats sheet, where he leads the Rams with 3-point accuracy and rebounds, and his presence is key if VCU is to advance deep into the A-10 tournament and secure an NCAA tournament bid.

Picked ninth out of 14 teams at the conference in a preseason coaching / media poll, the Rams (17-6, 10-4) will be the second seed of the A-10 behind Saint-Bonaventure and are expected to play in a 3:30 pm, quarterfinal Friday at the Siegel Center or the Robins Center.

VCU’s NCAA profile is strong – the Rams started Day 35 on the NET Rankings and have eight wins in games the NET ranks in quadrant 1 or 2 – but a …

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