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Logs 19 points off bench Tunca (ankle) totaled 19 points, four rebounds, six assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Monday's 76-68 victory over Fairfield.

Impact Tunca was questionable to play leading up to the season-opener as he dealt with an ankle injury but was able to put it past him. He will look to build on this strong performance for Saturday's meeting with New Haven.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to play Penn State head coach Mike Rhoades says he's hopeful that Tunca (ankle) will be available for Monday's game against Fairfield, Will Horstman of The Daily Collegian reports.

Impact Tunca remains a game-time decision for the matchup, but this news makes it more likely he'll be able to suit up. The 6-foot-5 freshman signed with Penn State out of Turkey this offseason after a successful stint with the Turkish U20 team.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Battling ankle sprian Tunca is dealing with an ankle sprain with Penn State's opener just days out, per Will Hortman of PSUCollegian.com.

Impact Tunca signed with Penn State out of Turkey this offseason after a successful stint with the Turkish U20 team. However, his status for the opener against Fairfield on Nov. 3 is now in question as he battles an ankle sprain. Tunca was likely primed for a big role with the Nittany Lions, who may have to shake up their rotations early should he miss time.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE