Redshirt freshman Cameron Tatum underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Friday at UT Medical Center.
There were no details released on how the 6-foot-6 guard/forward was injured.
A UT release says Tatum is expected to return to full speed in 3-4 weeks. The Vols hold their first official practice next Friday.
Tatum played in seven games last season before taking a redshirt. He averaged 5.0 points and 2.3 rebounds.
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Comments » 19
Laydbakvol writes:
I'm saying 'first' only to keep anyone else from saying it.
tnmantravel#531151 writes:
Cameron.... good luck in recovery dude....
THE_VOL writes:
Would not be surprised to see Tatum transfer after this season. He's been injured practically since he got here, won't start this year (or next if Hopson stays) and has somewhat of a me-first approach to things. If BP keeps recruiting at the level he has been lately, Tatum would become a career back-up at best by staying. And don't get your panties all in a wad cause that's just my honest opinion - which is usually right.
utfan15govols writes:
Well i am glad that is your opinion. Apparently you haven't kept up with the rockytop league stats. Hopefully this surgery will keep him from being hurt often.
OLDVOL writes:
Watched Tatum play at Patterson School near my home. He is the real deal. He has potential to start or be the 6th man.
Hope he stays here. Can be invaluable.
Old Vol in Carolina.
lomas98 writes:
Tatum will contribute to this team. If he was to transfer he would have done it after Pearl decided to redshirt him. Why will he transfer? Do you think he may not get injured somewhere else. As far as the Rocky Top stats, who cares. That is a glorified intramural league. Tatum will contribute this year and even more next year.
Ironcity writes:
The Vol, what has he done thus far that is me first? From what I can tell he is the only long range shooter we have outside of Chism so lets hope he doesn't transfer. I do worry though that his explosiveness will not come back this year with the surgery.
MrBamSeydu writes:
The_Vol: My panties aren't in a wad, but you're wrong. Cam Tatum is one of the more talented players on our team. He's every bit as good as Scotty Hopson right now (maybe not by the end of the season, but right now he is).
I guarantee you will eat crow on that one buddy.
mempuss writes:
Cameron Tatum is a freak! Period! He has tons of upside and will definitely contribute greatly to this team. Godspeed on the recovery Cam! Go Vols!
WeLoveTennesseeVols writes:
If these are your opinions just keep them to yourself. Nobody likes to hit a man when he's down. Is that what you mean by being always right? By being the first to pill on? there are places for pills like you don't you know?
murrayvol writes:
What the hell are you talking about WeLove.
"By being the first to pill on? there are places for pills like you don't you know?" Good grief man. Have you left the reservation?
MidTennVol writes:
What a bummer line of news this is. I've heard so many good things about this kid. He's waited his turn patiently and did well this summer. We're all waiting to see him in orange on the court regularly during the season.
Cameron, get well soon. You have a lot of fans out here.
richvol writes:
Pearl speaks often about how talented this young man is and how hard he has worked...I think I'll go with coach's opinion.
THE_VOL writes:
Well, seems some can't read, some are a bit sensitive and some just don't like the truth. First of all, I NEVER said Tatum would not contribute. Please READ what I posted. Now individually:
UTFAN15: Yeah the Rocky Top League is a REALLY good measure of what someone will do when actually defended isn't it??? C'mon dude get a clue!
st98: First of all he redshirted because he was hurt nearly the entire year. Second my thought that he is a transfer candidate is because he's already whining about Hopson starting in front of him. He may be talented but he is still very soft between the ears.
Ironcity: See above to st98 for a clue. He's a whiner with a rep inside the team of being out for himself.
yemmu: Never said he wasn't talented. But if you think he's as good as Hopson tell me which one was an All-American, which one could name his school, which one wouldn't even be in college if the rules didn't force him there, which one will start on this team and which one will be cashing a check for playing within 2 years??? Back to the dark room silly boy!
WeLove: I think murrayvol said it best to you.
richvol: Once again, I never said he wasn't talented. As for BP, I guess you think he's gonna say anything different? I believe he said very similar things about a couple guys named Duke and Ramar. How'd that turn out???? AND I'm not putting Tatum in their class but merely pointing out that folks who believe everything that comes out of Pearl's mouth are rather silly and often ill-informed.
There now...everybody have a nice day enjoying watching the Dawgs put one more nail in the coffin and PLEASE sign up for that reading comprehension course!
Timed_vol (Inactive) writes:
Pretty much sucks, I had Tatum penciled in for a lot of minutes. He still may be fine, now it's just more unknown.
dirtywhiteboy writes:
lets declare that anyone who post first for the sole reason of being first to be gay.
johnlg00#206211 writes:
Tough break! I don't know if Cameron is going to be a star, but I surely hope he gets well soon. Even if he isn't a star, he is another quick, strong, long wingman who could add fuel to what could be a devastating pressure defense.
b_neas writes:
d@mn!! Tatum will be a key part in this years teams success. He is one of our best outside shooters and has unbelievable hops can take it to the hoop and play above the rim. He needs to get 100% ASAP
rockytop4ever writes:
Tatum is going to be a good player for us if he stops getting hurt. I havent gotten to see him play much but I know the kid has got skills. He has a good outside shot and we all know Coach P loves the 3-ball. I am excited to see what this team will do this year. I hated to see all that talent leave last year but Bruce has replaced it very well. Final Four or bust! Go Vols!
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