Tacko Fall set a Maine Red Claws record Monday night in their loss to the Memphis Hustle, but suffered an injury along the way.
The 7-foot-5 center posted 16 points and 18 rebounds for his fourth double-double in six G League games, but sustained a bone bruise in his right knee, the Red Claws announced Wednesday. He’ll be reassessed in 1-2 weeks, per the team.
INJURY UPDATE: Tacko Fall has been diagnosed with a bone bruise on his right knee that was sustained in the game against the Memphis Hustle on 11/25. He will be reassessed in 1-2 weeks.
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Through six games, Fall is averaging 15 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.7 blocks on 69.6 percent shooting. He’s one of 11 G League players currently averaging a double-double.
Maine returns to action Wednesday night against the Greensboro Swarm, the Charlotte Hornets’ G League affiliate. The Boston Celtics also are in action on Thanksgiving Eve, as they take on the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden. Tip-off for both games is set for 7 p.m. ET.