Tennessee forward Carey added to SEC report, guard Henderson ruled out

Vols dealing with injuries ahead of matchup with Georgia

Jan. 27, 2026 at 8:39pm

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Tennessee basketball forward Jaylen Carey has been added to the SEC Availability Report with a hyperextended left leg, while freshman guard Troy Henderson has been ruled out due to a shoulder injury. Carey is considered probable to play in Wednesday's game at Georgia, while Henderson will miss his second straight contest.

Why it matters

Carey's status is important as he has been a key contributor for the Volunteers this season, averaging 8.8 points and 6.4 rebounds per game. Henderson's absence also leaves Tennessee short-handed in the backcourt, as he has provided valuable minutes off the bench.

The details

Carey suffered the hyperextended leg injury in Saturday's win over Alabama. Vols assistant coach Amorrow Morgan said Carey is not expected to miss much time. Henderson is considered day-to-day with a left shoulder injury he suffered in practice last week. He missed the Alabama game and will sit out the Georgia contest as well.

  • Carey suffered the injury in Saturday's win over Alabama.
  • Henderson missed the Alabama game and will sit out the Georgia game.

The players

Jaylen Carey

Tennessee basketball forward who is dealing with a hyperextended left leg injury.

Troy Henderson

Tennessee freshman guard who is out with a left shoulder injury.

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What they’re saying

“Obviously when you see any of your guys down on the floor and grimacing, especially him, someone who's obviously built like a tank, he has the genes, the genetics. He's never been really one to get hurt. Like, this is his first time ever being out for an actual, physical injury. So, you know, this is new for him as well.”

— Amorrow Morgan, Tennessee assistant coach

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