Pope's Status Uncertain, Texas Prepares for Purdue

0:00On March 25, Texas basketball fans got a scare after their big win over Gonzaga in the round of 32. Starting point guard Jordan Pope was limping badly by the game's end, raising questions about his availability for the sweet 16. Right after the victory, Pope brushed it off, saying he'd be ready for Thursday's matchup. Head coach Sean Miller backed that up on Monday, noting the team skipped practice to focus on treatment and recovery. The schedule added some challenges with travel from Dayton to Portland and back to Austin, but the extra days off helped everyone recharge. Miller stressed that rest was key amid the tight turnaround. In the latest update ahead of facing Purdue, Miller shared that Pope's dealing with a lower leg issue but is responding well to rest. He joined the team's 90 minute practice session, but took it easy and everyone's optimistic he'll give it a go. Texas in Purdue tip off Thursday, March 26, at 6.10pm central, with a trip to the elite eight on the line. The longhorn seemed poised to keep rolling.