Brice Johnson Is Out Indefinitely
- Updated: October 8, 2016
According to Rowan Kavner of Clippers.com, Los Angeles Clippers rookie Brice Johnson is out indefinitely with a herniated disc in his lower back.
Clippers announce Brice Johnson suffered an acute herniated disc in his lower back. He’s out indefinitely. No timetable at the moment.
— Rowan Kavner (@RowanKavner) October 8, 2016
Brad Turner of the Los Angeles Times also reported the news.
Doc Rivers said rookie Brice Johnson limped to locker room right before end of game after hurting his back against Toronto Wednesday night.
— Brad Turner (@BA_Turner) October 6, 2016
Johnson played his college ball at the University of North Carolina before being drafted by the Clippers in the first round. The club will try to send Johnson to rehab before opting for surgery that could derail his season.
Los Angeles will continue to their preseason schedule when they take on the Utah Jazz on Monday night. They will play at the Staples Center at 7:30 p.m. PST.
As more information surfaces on the Clippers and their injury news we will keep you up to date.
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