Nik Khamenia sidelined for 6-8 weeks with foot injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 12:51 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
UConn men’s basketball forward Nik Khamenia will be out for 6-8 weeks due to a left foot injury sustained during Monday’s game against Wagner. Khamenia, who transferred from Duke, suffered the injury in the first half but initially returned for one possession before leaving for good. His absence will impact upcoming games against ranked opponents, including No. 3 Illinois and No. 6 Virginia. Khamenia is expected to undergo surgery soon and will be reevaluated in the coming weeks.
- •Khamenia injured his foot during the first half against Wagner.
- •He scored 11 points in just seven minutes before leaving the game.
- •UConn's schedule includes upcoming games against ranked teams.
- •Freshman Colben Landrew is expected to take his place in the lineup.
- •Khamenia's surgery will determine the timeline for his recovery.
- 12:51 AMYahoo Sports — Nik Khamenia sidelined at least 6-8 weeks with foot injury
"The Duke transfer suffered the injury in Monday’s win over Wagner.
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