DMN: Roberts returns to practice

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SMU's Roberts practices, status still uncertain


12:44 AM CST on Friday, February 2, 2007
By KATE HAIROPOULOS / The Dallas Morning News

Junior guard Derrick Roberts practiced Thursday for the first time since suffering a bruise on the bone of his right knee, which caused him to miss SMU's last three games. Coach Matt Doherty said there's a chance that Roberts could play Saturday against No. 11 Memphis, but he is concerned about his effectiveness.

The Mustangs are staying on the road after their 60-56 victory Wednesday at UAB. SMU took the bus to Memphis from Birmingham on Thursday afternoon.

Doherty praised the continuing development of 7-1 sophomore center Bamba Fall, who had 16 points, six rebounds and three blocks against UAB.