Aaron Gordon (hamstring) doubtful for Magic on Friday
Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon is doubtful for Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers due to a strained left hamstring.
What It Means:
Gordon underwent an MRI after leaving Wednesday's game early. He avoided serious damage and will be re-evaluated in a few days. Wes Iwundu and Gary Clark are both candidates to replace Gordon in the starting lineup. The absence also opens up minutes for James Ennis and Terrence Ross. Nikola Vucevic also figures to be busier on offense.
Vucevic has seen a 4.4 percent usage increase when Gordon and Jonathan Isaac (ACL) have been off the court this season, per RotoGrinders. D.J. Augustin (+3.4 percent) and Terrence Ross (+2.6 percent) also benefit when Gordon and Isaac aren't available.
Source:
Dan Savage, OrlandoMagic.com
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