Arkansas shooting guard and NBA Draft prospect Michael Qualls won’t be selected in the 2015 NBA Draft on June 25, as Qualls tore his ACL during a workout this week.
From Jonathon Givony of Draft Express:
Terrible news: Arkansas wing Michael Qualls tore his ACL in a workout in Phoenix. Injury diagnosed by the Lakers next day. Out 6-12 months.
— Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) June 15, 2015
Michael Qualls’ knee procedure will be conducted by renowned orthopaedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews. No MCL tear reportedly, just ACL.
— Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) June 15, 2015
Qualls averaged nearly 16 points and over 5 rebounds as the Razorbacks’ junior two-guard last season, good enough to earn him second team All-SEC. Despite the delay on his NBA career and development, he tweeted this in high spirits:
Minor setback for craziest come back you’ve ever seen . #thatsapromise
— Mike Qualls (@Mr_WALKONAIR) June 14, 2015
Qualls was expected to be drafted around mid-second round with plenty of upside as an athlete and scorer. Now he faces the first setback of his professional career.
