Reports: Butler confirms wrist sprain, out Saturday
The Philadelphia 76ers, already planning to rest center Joel Embiid in Saturday’s game against the Nuggets, found out Saturday they’ll be without swingman Jimmy Butler after a specialist confirmed the star Sixer has a sprained wrist. He had been listed as doubtful on Friday.
Yahoo Sources: Philadelphia star Jimmy Butler visits specialist for wrist injury and it’s a confirmed sprain; expected back Tuesday. https://t.co/LUDb2FcJ27
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) January 26, 2019
Per reports, Butler is expected to return Tuesday against the Lakers.
Since being traded to Philly, the four-time All-Star has averaged 19.0 points per game, 4.8 rebounds per game, and 3.4 assists per game, playing an average of 32.1 minutes in 28 games.
