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Mishawaka Today
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Notre Dame Guard Markus Burton Unlikely to Play Again This Season
Burton has been sidelined since suffering an injury in December, and the team is unlikely to make the ACC Tournament.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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Notre Dame men's basketball guard Markus Burton has been out since suffering a left ankle injury on December 5 against TCU. Head coach Micah Shrewsberry said it is "highly unlikely" that Burton will return to play this season, as it could jeopardize his chances of receiving a medical hardship waiver to maintain two years of remaining eligibility. The Irish have struggled without Burton, who was a Preseason All-ACC First Team selection and the team's leading scorer in 8 of their first 10 games.
Why it matters
Burton's absence has been a major factor in Notre Dame's disappointing season, as the team is currently at risk of missing the ACC Tournament. The Irish are tied for 15th in the conference standings, and with only four regular season games left, their chances of making the tournament appear slim.
The details
Burton, a junior guard, has only played in 10 games this season due to the ankle injury he suffered on December 5 against TCU. Head coach Micah Shrewsberry said that if Burton were to return this season, it would "probably set back any chance of him getting another year" of eligibility through a medical hardship waiver. Without Burton, Notre Dame has fallen short of preseason expectations, and the team is currently at risk of missing the 15-team ACC Tournament.
- Burton suffered the ankle injury on December 5, 2025.
- Notre Dame has four regular season games remaining before the ACC Tournament.
The players
Markus Burton
A junior guard for the Notre Dame men's basketball team who was a Preseason All-ACC First Team selection and the team's leading scorer before suffering an ankle injury in December.
Micah Shrewsberry
The head coach of the Notre Dame men's basketball team, who said it is "highly unlikely" that Burton will play again this season.
What they’re saying
“If he steps foot on the court, it probably sets back any chance of him getting another year.”
— Micah Shrewsberry, Head Coach, Notre Dame Men's Basketball (on3.com)
What’s next
Notre Dame's chances of making the ACC Tournament appear slim, as they are tied for 15th in the conference standings with just four regular season games remaining.
The takeaway
Markus Burton's season-ending injury has been a major blow to Notre Dame's basketball team, contributing to their disappointing season and likely exclusion from the ACC Tournament. The team will now focus on getting Burton healthy and eligible for next season, while trying to finish the year strong despite the significant loss of their leading scorer.
