Nets' Kyrie Irving leaves Game 4 vs. Bucks with ankle injury

Kyrie Irving grabs his leg after injuring his ankle during Sunday's Game 4 against the Bucks. Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Nets' Kyrie Irving suffers ankle injury in Game 4 against Bucks

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports
By Steve DelVecchio | Last updated 6/13/21

Kyrie Irving got off to a hot start in the Brooklyn Nets’ game against the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday, but he left the court late in the first half after suffering an ankle injury.

Irving landed awkwardly on his right ankle in the second quarter of Game 4 after converting a shot in the paint. He immediately grabbed his lower leg and appeared to be in pain. You can see a video of the play below:

Prayers up for Kyrie Irving.
Hope he comes back soon healthy #NBA #NBAplayoffs pic.twitter.com/PErzVa8JnZ

— JWAL Sports (@JwalSports) June 13, 2021

The good news is Irving was able to walk off under his own power, although he was heavily favoring his right leg as he made his way to the locker room. It would be a surprise if he avoided a sprain with the way his ankle bent underneath him.

Irving had 11 points in 17 minutes before the injury.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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