Peyton Scott, Reyne Smith Injuries Impact NCAA Tournament

In the NCAA Tournament, both Oregon's Peyton Scott and Louisville's Reyne Smith suffered significant injuries during their respective games. Scott, a key player for the Ducks, exited her Round of 32 matchup against Duke with a leg injury, unable to put weight on her knee, which has a history of issues, including a previous ACL tear. Meanwhile, Smith, returning from an ankle injury, re-aggravated his condition during Louisville's opening game against Creighton, collapsing on the court and requiring assistance to leave. At the time of his injury, Smith had scored five points but was struggling with his shooting. Both injuries pose a considerable setback for their teams as they advance in the tournament, with Scott being Oregon's second-leading scorer and Smith a crucial contributor for Louisville. The injuries have left fans and teammates concerned about their players' health and future participation in the tournament.