Ricky Rubio Injury: Updates on Timberwolves Star's Ankle and Return

Ricky Rubio exited the Timberwolves' game against the Magic on Friday, Nov. 7 with a sprained ankle. 

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Updates from Saturday, Nov. 8

MRI Reveals Rubio's Sprain is Significant

The Minnesota Timberwolves reveal the results of Rubio's MRI:

Jeff Zillgitt of USA Today provides more details:

Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press passes along information from head coach Flip Saunders, who spoke about Rubio's recovery:

Updates from Friday, Nov. 7

Ricky Rubio Exits with Ankle Injury, Later Seen on Crutches

Although it's still very early, Ricky Rubio looked on his way to a career year entering Friday night. But now, he may be on the shelf for the immediate future. The Minnesota Timberwolves point guard injured his ankle in the first half against the Orlando Magic.

Bleacher Report's Ethan J. Skolnick thought the injury initially looked serious:

Skolnick provided more details on the injury from coach Flip Saunders:

Jerry Zgoda of the Star Tribune provides more details on the nature of the injury:

You can view a photo of the ankle below. (WARNING: Image is graphic in nature.)

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Prior to Friday, Rubio was averaging 10.8 points and was second in the league with 11 assists a game.