The ASU basketball season begins Friday.

The Sun Devils sixth season under head coach Herb Sendek
tips off against Montana State; and yet, the biggest topic
surrounding the program remains freshman point guard Jahii
Carson.

“I know the most frequently asked question these days is
regarding Jahii’s status,” Sendek said Monday. “I’ll head
you off at the pass and let you know that we do not have any
news to report. When we do we’ll most certainly share it
with you.”

Carson’s Sun Devil future continues to be on hold as he
awaits clearance from the NCAA. He has yet to practice with
his new team and missed Saturday’s exhibition game against
Grand Canyon University.

Carson starred at Mesa High School, leading the Jackrabbits
to the Class 5A state semifinals. He was named to the 2011
Parade Magazine All-America second team after putting up
averages of 32.2 points, 3.6 assists and 2.1 steals per
game.

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