Scottie Barnes has been diagnosed with a fractured orbital bone and will be reevaluated in three weeks.
Barnes is averaging 19.2 points, 7.8 rebounds and 6.0 assists in 33.6 minutes over the Toronto Raptors’ first four games of the season.
Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma will miss at least Wednesday’s game due to a groin strain. The Wizards haven’t announced a timeline for Kuzma’s return, but it’s expected he could miss additional time beyond the Hawks game Wednesday.
In his fourth season with the Wizards, Kuzma has gotten off to a bit of a slow start. He’s averaging 17 points, but shooting 33% from the field. The veteran forward has also been tasked to take on additional playmaking duties, with point guard Malcolm Brogdon sidelined with an injury.
The Small College Basketball Hall of Fame Classic officially signals the opening of the DII men’s basketball season. Here’s what you need to know.