Boston center Nikola Vucevic is expected to undergo a surgical procedure this Saturday to repair a fractured ring finger and is projected to miss approximately one month of play, according to sources via ESPN.
The veteran big man suffered the fracture recently, and the decision to move forward with a procedure on Saturday suggests a need for surgical intervention to ensure proper healing. A one-month recovery timeline would sideline Vucevic through several key matchups as Boston continues its campaign. The news was first reported by Shams Charania of ESPN.
Vucevic has been a consistent presence in the Boston lineup, and his absence will force the coaching staff to adjust their rotations significantly. The one-month estimate places his potential return in early April, though that remains subject to his progress following the Saturday procedure. Per ESPN, the team will monitor his recovery closely before providing further updates on his status.
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