Christian Anderson Cleared

Texas [Tech announced]texastech.com on March 14 that sophomore guard Christian Anderson would be available for the NCAA Tournament. Anderson was named to the All‑Big 12 First Team and earned Big 12 Most Improved Player honors this season, according to the conference and Texas Tech’s release. big12sports.com The program noted Anderson is averaging 18.9 points per game and leading the Big 12 with 7.6 assists per game this year. texastech.com Texas Tech’s release also tracks season totals: Anderson has made 105 three-pointers, recorded eight double-doubles and set a school single‑season record with 236 assists. texastech.com The injury occurred in the Big 12 quarterfinal at T‑Mobile Center when Anderson slipped on the tournament’s LED glass court during an inbounds play with about 8½ minutes left in the 75‑53 loss to Iowa State; he grabbed his groin, was examined by trainers and finished the game on the bench. wsbtv.com The Big 12 removed the LED glass court after multiple players reported issues during the tournament, a move reported amid injuries that included Anderson and teammate LeJuan Watts. si.com The national context: ESPN’s stat pages list Anderson fourth in the country at 7.6 assists per game, underscoring his role as Texas Tech’s primary playmaker heading into the bracket. espn.com