Lawson doubtful vs. Wake Forest

Feb 24, 2008 - 8:17 PM CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina (Ticker) -- North Carolina point guard Ty Lawson is doubtful for Sunday's home game against Wake Forest as he struggles to recover from a sprained left ankle.

Sidelined for five games since suffering the injury in a win at Florida State on February 3, Lawson had been unable to participate in a full practice as late as Friday.

The sophomore, who is averaging 13.6 points and 5.7 assists in 21 games, underwent another limited practice on Saturday, according to the News and Observer.

In Lawson's absence, senior Quentin Thomas has played well, averaging 7.4 points and 6.6 assists as the Tar Heels have gone 4-1 over their last five games.

North Carolina, which will have three Atlantic Coast Conference games remaining after Sunday, will have forward Deon Thompson in the lineup despite a hyperextended left knee and a lower back injury.

Thompson has contributed 9.0 points and 5.2 rebounds in 27 starts this season.