Nikola Jovic has suffered a fractured second metacarpal in his right hand during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks, resulting in him leaving the game after just 15 minutes of play. Up to that point, Jovic had been averaging strong statistics, including 10.8 points and 4.0 rebounds per game. His return timeline remains uncertain, as similar injuries to other players, including Chris Paul and Stephen Curry, resulted in significant absences. Given the injury's severity, surgery may also be a consideration, leading to heightened concern for Jovic and the Miami Heat team.
Nevertheless, this is a very tough break for Nikola Jovic, who was playing some of the best basketball of his career up to this point. Entering Sunday's game, the 21-year-old forward was averaging 10.8 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.9 assists on 45.3 percent shooting and 37.0 percent from 3-point range.
The team announced that he fractured his second metacarpal in his right hand. He only played in 15 minutes, scoring seven points with two rebounds.
We don't know the timetable for return. But for reference, Chris Paul fractured his second metacarpal last season and missed 16 games; Stephen Curry fractured his second metacarpal in the fifth game of the season in 2019-20 and did not return.
A lot of unknowns right now. This injury could mean he may need surgery based on its severity, highlighting the uncertainty of his recovery.
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