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Kansas Guard Melvin Council Jr. Breaks Foot in Practice, Faces Surgery

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Kansas guard Melvin Council Jr. broke his right fifth metatarsal during practice and is scheduled for surgery. Coach Bill Self said he expects a full recovery and hopes Council can return around the start of conference play. Council, who is averaging 8 points, 5 assists and 3.5 rebounds through two games, was a key contributor last season; his absence leaves Kansas to rely more on guards including Leroy Blyden Jr. and Taylen Kinney, beginning with Tuesday’s game against Kentucky.

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