Duke Star Jeremy Roach Says Dislocated Finger ‘Nonetheless Sore,’ However Prepared For Houston

Jeremy Roach is not planning on letting a dislocated finger get in the way in which of him placing on a present within the Candy Sixteen on Friday … the Duke hoops star tells TMZ Sports activities he’ll be good to go in opposition to Houston!

ICYMI, the senior guard injured his pinky through the Blue Devils’ NCAA match win over James Madison on Sunday.

Regardless that it appeared painful as hell, it fortunately wasn’t damaged … and in keeping with Roach, he will not be restricted a lot by the dinged digit when Duke faces off with the Cougars.

“It’s still pretty sore right now,” Roach stated, “but, it’s not gonna affect me for Friday.”

That’s music to the entire Duke followers’ ears … as Roach has been the important thing participant for the Blue Devils this season. Thus far, he is averaging 14 factors, 3.3 assists, and a couple of.5 rebounds per recreation!

The success, after all, has helped Roach land some NIL offers … together with one with pest management model Raid (get it, Roach?!) … which his mother loves.

“Keeping the last name alive and well, that’s big time,” Roach stated. “My mom was like, ‘This is the best NIL you’ve ever done.’ They’re very happy!”