The Washington Wizards on Thursday shared news on Deni Avdija’s injury timetable.
The rookie is expected to miss 12 due to a right fibular hairline fracture. He will not need surgery.
The Wizards say Israeli rookie Deni Avdija will be sidelined 12 weeks — but will not need surgery — after being diagnosed with a right fibular hairline fracture following MRI testing conducted earlier today.
— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) April 23, 2021
Avdija got injured in Wednesday’s win over the Warriors. His lower right leg got bent awkwardly when he landed after a shot attempt.
Deni Avdija has been taken out of the game after injuring his right leg pic.twitter.com/dhWTIBjql7
— Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) April 22, 2021
Avdija had six points and three rebounds before exiting on Wednesday. The No. 9 overall pick was averaging 6.3 points and 4.9 rebounds per game this season.
