Atlanta Hawks provide important injury update on second-round pick Nikola Đurišić

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the San Antonio Spurs in last night’s Summer League game, but they also lost second-round pick Nikola Đurišić to a foot injury. Đurišić was seen wearing a walking boot on the bench toward the end of the game, and today the Atlanta Hawks have officially provided an update on his injury:

“Guard/forward Nikola Đurišić suffered a left foot injury during Sunday’s Summer League game in Las Vegas against San Antonio. An X-ray taken at the Thomas & Mack Center revealed a fractured left foot. Further medical updates will be provided as appropriate.“you.”

This doesn’t sound like good news, but no timetable has been provided for him. What happens with Đurišić is going to be interesting. There has been no confirmation on what the Hawks plan to do with him. Will he earn a roster spot, be stashed in Europe, or get a two-way deal? This injury complicates things and will be something to watch over the next few weeks. Đurišić showed his ability as a high-end passer in the limited minutes he got in Summer League and remains an intriguing player for the Hawks moving forward.

This is the second major injury for the Hawks in the past two weeks. Before the start of Summer League in Vegas, second-year point guard Kobe Bufkin was injured.

“Point guard Kobe Bufkin injured his right shoulder during Summer League practice Tuesday night. An MRI performed at Emory Sports Medicine Complex revealed findings consistent with a right shoulder subluxation. He will not play in Summer League in Las Vegas and is expected to make a full recovery before training camp.”

The Hawks will be back on the court Wednesday night and will face the Los Angeles Lakers and Bronny James. Last night, Keaton Wallace took over for Đurišić at point guard and I wouldn’t be surprised if he starts tomorrow against the Lakers.