UCLA Basketball: Ben & Chianti Dan Have Only Themselves to Blame on Shabazz Muhammad

Chianti Dan and Ben have no Excuses this year. They knew that the NCAA would be investigating Shabazz Muhammad. Ben staked his career on it, and Chianti Dan brought Ben back knowing the risks.

BREAKING: Surgery Not Required For Shabazz Muhammad, Out for 2-4 Weeks

From Gary Parrish at CBSSportsline.com:

An MRI revealed that UCLA freshman Shabazz Muhammad's injured right shoulder will not require surgery. But coach Ben Howland told CBSSports.com on Thursday that the 6-foot-5 wing is expected to be sidelined for at least two weeks and maybe up to four.

That is great to hear. Let's hope Shabazz gets healthy soon. Now about that NCAA situation this could work out okay if the NCAA suspends him somewhere in the range of 3-6 games. Regardless the clock keeps ticking for Ben Howland's #noexcusetour.

Shabazz Muhammad injures shoulder, awaiting MRI results

The Bruins' prized recruit will determine the next steps toward recovery pending an MRI.