Fenerbahce guard Errick McCollum avoided a serious injury and was diagnosed with a lower back muscle strain sustained during Friday's game against Baskonia.
Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul guard Errick McCollum suffered an injury during the EuroLeague Round 32 home game against Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz, though his team secured an 82-77 victory.
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FC BarcelonaThe injury occurred with 6:43 remaining in the third quarter when Fenerbahce held a 57-41 lead. McCollum attempted to contest Luka Samanic's shot from behind but landed awkwardly, twisting his right ankle and grabbing his lower back.
Today, the club announced that McCollum has sustained a muscle strain in his lower back and has already begun treatment for the injury. However, there is no clear timetable for his return to action.
McCollum has been a key addition to Fenerbahce, averaging 13.8 points in just 18 minutes per game. His efficiency has been remarkable, shooting 70% on two-pointers, 45% from beyond the arc, and a perfect 100% from the free-throw line in EuroLeague play.
