American leading scorer Rogers (knee) helped off

DAYTON, Ohio — American University star forward Matt Rogers was ruled out for the second half of Wednesday’s First Four matchup against Mount St. Mary’s after his right knee twisted awkwardly.

Rogers, a first-team All-Patriot League selection who earned league tournament MVP honors, had to be helped toward the locker room late in the first half before eventually walking without assistance.

Rogers was sitting at the end of the Eagles’ bench with his right knee taped and elevated to start the second half.

He sustained the injury while defending Mount St. Mary’s forward Jedy Cordilia on a driving basket with 5:29 left in the opening frame and American down 36-28.

The fifth-year senior immediately clutched at his leg and lay on the court for several moments before being helped up. He also left the game with an apparent injury early in the first half before returning minutes later.

Rogers had 7 points on 3-of-4 shooting with 2 rebounds before the injury. He came in leading American with 17 points per game and ranks in the school’s top 10 for career points (1,856 points) and rebounds (760).

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