As if trying to snap a three-game Pac-12 losing streak isn't challenging enough, California must do it without scoring and assists leader Tyrone Wallace.
The senior guard, averaging 15.4 points and 5.6 assists per game, is out 4-6 weeks with a broken right hand sustained in practice, the school announced Tuesday.
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BREAKING: Tyrone Wallace out 4-6 weeks with a broken hand. We wish you a speedy and full recovery!
— Cal Men's Basketball (@CalMensBBall) January 19, 2016A first-team All-Pac-12 selection last season, Wallace hasn't missed a game in his career, playing in 119 over four seasons, including 108 starts.
Wallace also is averaging 5.1 rebounds.
Cal (12-6, 2-3 in the Pac-12) started 2-0 in conference play but carries a three-game losing streak into Thursday's home game against Arizona State.
Junior Sam Singer (4.1 points in 19 minutes per game) is expected to replace Wallace in the starting lineup.