Both the Portland Trail Blazers and Houston Rockets exited a game Friday with injuries to their top 5 picks, and one of them has already been ruled out for the remainder of NBA Summer League.
Amen Thompson, the no. 4 pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, exited late in the fourth quarter with an ankle injury after falling down during a rebound attempt. While he appeared to land safely, Blazers big man Jabari Walker also fell and landed on Thompson's ankle, appearing to turn it.
ESPN's Marc Spears reported Saturday the injury had been diagnosed as a Grade 2 ankle sprain that would keep Thompson out for 2-3 weeks, ending his Summer League campaign after one game. Thompson will also reportedly need a walking boot for a week.
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