Manny Bates Appearance For NC State This Season On The Hardwood Was Brief Because He Dislocated His Right Shoulder On November 9, 2021 In NC State's Season Opening Game Verses Bucknell In Raleigh

Manny Bates appearance for NC State this season on the hardwood was brief because he dislocated his right shoulder in NC State’s season opening game verses Bucknell in North Carolina’s state capital on November 9, 2021!

NC State Head Coach Kevin Keatts had this to say about Manny Bates injury!

"I'm just heartbroken," head coach Kevin Keatts said. "I'm heartbroken for Manny because he's overcome so much to become the incredible player he is. He does everything the right way. He doesn't take shortcuts. He's a prime example of everything I want an NC State basketball player to be on and off the court. I know Manny has the work ethic and positive mental attitude to come back from this. I know he'll come back stronger and I know Manny's best basketball is still ahead of him."

“according to an article by Jeff Borzello on espn.com”