Source: X-rays show Washington Wizards rookie Deni Avdija has hairline fracture in right ankle, ending season
WASHINGTON -- Washington Wizards rookie Deni Avdija suffered a season-ending hairline fracture in his right ankle during Wednesday night's game, a source told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
An MRI is set for Thursday to check for ligament damage.
Avdija underwent X-rays on the ankle that revealed the hairline fracture, which would not require surgery and has a recovery time of two to three months, the source said.
Avdija landed awkwardly after missing a layup late in the second quarter against Golden State. He lay on the floor for several minutes and teammate Jordan Bell came off the bench to cover his lower leg with a jersey.
Wizards employees carefully helped Avdija into a wheelchair and he was taken off the court while rubbing his head with a towel.
Washington selected the 20-year-old Avdija out of his native Israel with the ninth pick in last year's draft. The 6-foot-9 small forward is averaging 6.3 points and 4.9 rebounds this season.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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