Deivon Smith Keeps Hope Alive for St. John’s-Georgetown Matchup

New York: Deivon Smith’s right shoulder is feeling “pretty sore,” but he’s not counting himself out for the game against Georgetown. He mentioned on Zoom that he won’t rule himself out until he’s not suited up. Smith prides himself on playing through pain, calling himself a tough guy.

The injury happened during a game against Villanova when he collided with Wooga Poplar while chasing a loose ball. He went down and headed to the locker room, later returning with his arm in a sling. Although he played a few minutes in the second half, he didn’t take any shots.

St. John’s has him listed as day-to-day with a sprained shoulder. He’s been treating it heavily and feels he’s moving better than before. The team managed to win without him, marking their ninth victory in ten games, which eased his worries a bit.

Smith praised his teammates for stepping up, highlighting their hard work and preparation. He expressed his love for the game and his willingness to play even with one arm. He joked that if it were his left arm, he would have played more. It’s clear he’s dedicated to his team and the sport.