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Kings Rookie Maxime Raynaud Avoids Structural Knee Damage After Scare, Per Report

A media report says an MRI found no structural damage to his left knee.

Overview

  • Raynaud exited midway through the fourth quarter of Friday’s 129-102 loss to the Suns after tweaking his left knee while setting a screen and needed help to the locker room.
  • An MRI reportedly revealed no structural damage and he was described as cleared to play, according to reporter James Ham as cited by Heavy.
  • Postgame, Raynaud said he would be fine and called the feeling scary, while coach Doug Christie noted the rookie was smiling and expressed cautious optimism.
  • The 42nd pick has started 13 straight games in place of injured center Domantas Sabonis, averaging 13.8 points and 9.1 rebounds in those starts.
  • Sacramento returns home to face the Bucks on Sunday, with Raynaud’s availability important as the team manages frontcourt injuries.