When Manny Bates left NC State’s season-opener clutching his shoulder, particularly after such an innocuous-looking collision with another player, it was easy to fear the worst. Unfortunately, it’s sounding like this is a long-term injury for Bates—one that may require surgery.
There's not a lot of optimism about Manny Bates' right shoulder.
The cautious outlook is the fourth-year NC State big man will need surgery and miss the season.
MRI is scheduled for later today— Joe Giglio (@giglio_OG) November 10, 2021Bates redshirted his freshman season because of an injury to his other shoulder, so the fact that he’s suffered potentially another serious setback is worrying for the future of his pro career.