Overview

• The No. 9 pick exited Friday’s loss to the Celtics in the first quarter with a right elbow contusion.
• He missed Saturday’s practice for further evaluation, with an MRI likely according to multiple reports.
• X-rays were negative after the game, though he was described as in visible pain in the locker room.
• Before the setback he earned a start and posted 12 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists in a win over Sacramento.
• His rise comes as Toronto weighs opening with 14 standard contracts, with A.J. Lawson on a non‑guaranteed deal under review.