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Sixers Star Brown Out for Knicks Game With Knee Injury
31 Oct
Summary
- Jaylen Brown sidelined with left knee patella injury.
- Injury followed left knee soreness after Wednesday's win.
- Brown is a key defender and third-leading scorer for the Sixers.
Philadelphia 76ers forward Jaylen Brown will miss Friday's NBA Cup matchup against the New York Knicks. The team announced he is dealing with a left knee patella injury. Brown had reported left knee soreness after the team's win on Wednesday. His status was initially questionable before being downgraded to doubtful.
Coach Nick Nurse confirmed Brown's unavailability for the game. He announced that Dean Wade will start in Brown's place. When questioned about the seriousness of the injury, Nurse provided minimal detail, emphasizing only that Brown was unable to play.
Jaylen Brown has been a significant contributor for the Sixers this season. He is recognized as one of the team's best perimeter defenders and ranks third in points per game, averaging 20.6.
