AUSTIN-Texas junior guard Andrew Jones is a limited participant in practice as he continues to regain strength following his diagnosis with leukemia, coach Shaka Smart said Monday.
Although Jones would probably like to play this season, Smart wasn't ready to say if he will be able to get on the court in a game. Jones is a full-time student.
"It's been great having him back. It's terrific seeing him back on the court and doing what he loves to do," Smart said.
Texas announced on Jan. 10 that Jones had been diagnosed with leukemia after complaining of constantly feeling tired, and he didn't play the rest of last season. He underwent lengthy treatment at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.
Texas opens the season Nov. 6 against Eastern Illinois.