The Indiana Pacers have plenty to be excited about with their young talent as they attempt to make a playoff appearance this season. However, those postseason hopes may have to be put on standby after Bennedict Mathurin fell to injury.
It’s not good news for Indiana, as the second-year prospect is officially undergoing season-ending surgery, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Bennedict Mathurin is expected to make a full recovery and be ready to go for the 2024-25 season.
“ESPN Sources: Indiana Pacers G Bennedict Mathurin will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. Mathurin — the 2024 Rising Stars MVP — averages 14.5 points. He’s expected to make a full recovery ahead of the 2024-2025 season.”
This story is currently developing and more information will be published soon.
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