A second round of medical tests raised hopes that Duke Crews might ultimately resume his University of Tennessee basketball career, coach Bruce Pearl said Monday.
Crews, a sophomore forward, went on indefinite medical leave in mid-December after an echocardiogram given to all UT athletes revealed an issue with his heart. Pearl said Monday a second round of tests late last month were encouraging and a third set of tests will take place next week.
“The results of the second test were better than the first test,’’ Pearl said. “We’ll do another set next week and from that point, make a decision on his status for the rest of the season.
“We’re very optimistic he will be able to return at some point.’’
Crews averaged 6.5 points and 4.6 rebounds in eight games this year before the diagnosis. As a freshman, Crews averaged 8.4 points and 5.1 rebounds, starting 18 of 35 games.
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Comments » 19
BigVolinCarolina writes:
Heck yeah, Duke! Hope the Lord enables you to make it back. Prayin' for you.
Chainsaw writes:
Come on back, Duke!
bugman (Inactive) writes:
The Dukester isn't going out like that
CJVolNMemphis writes:
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jclowers writes:
I just hope that they follow through with whatever medical advice the doctors give him before he resumes playing. His life is more important that a basketball team, but it is great to hear that the second tests were better. What if he got back in the middle of SEC play when many players are starting to get worn down physically, and then we get a fresh Duke Crews back for the late run. It would be huge, good look Duke and hopefuilly we will see you soon.
ONUV writes:
thoughts are with Duke and his family
pdhuff#552644 writes:
Crews, this heathern has included you in his prayers. Keep the faith, son.
jevolball7 writes:
Memphis Geek; "puffin the majic dragon?" Duke has a congenital heart condition. Smoking pot is not "the magic dragon",totally different substance.I'm guessing you off on Red Bull or Starbucks. Sheryl Crow..."I wonder if you've ever had a day of fun in you're whole life" Lighten up!!! He has serious condition,and you want us to believe it's because he smoked weed??? Go back in your room and drink some warm milk.
vol52 writes:
Keep the Faith Duke. We need and want you back on the court.
TommyJack writes:
CJVolnMemphis:
What an incredibly stupid remark.
jevolball7 writes:
TommyJack;Thanks man! And A-men
CJVolNMemphis writes:
Relax everybody. I didn't say that's why he developed a heart condition. I'm saying it's not good for your heart, which is 100% true. You guys who post on here all the time try to make up drama. I just tried to lighten up the mood on such a serious subject.
jevolball7 writes:
Pot,not good for your heart??? Talk about something you know something about!!!
GerryOP writes:
And you, CJVolNMem...whatever, just zip it! You said it, admit it, now go to your room.
chrisw2967 writes:
Duke , just get better and my prayers are with you. It would be nice to hear "the Duke is back"
GerryOP writes:
And, oh yes! Good luck Duke! We miss you, need you, and hope everything works out so that you can continue to play the game that you love. God bless and God speed.
D_in_Iraq writes:
Duke,
Us folk in Uniform are prayin for ya, and hope you make it back to the courts my friend. Good luck!
dfreeman writes:
Great news Duke!! My prayers are with you!! If we don't see you on the court for the rest of the year that's ok! We just want you healthy!! Hang in there!!! Go Vols!!
dvol27#235561 writes:
We miss you Duke!!! Get back soon and lay down the law brother!!! And stay away from Bruce when he's feasting on the bacon.
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