Dorell Wright Injury: Updates on Trail Blazers Wing's Hand and Recovery
The Portland Trail Blazers' depth will be tested as the team prepares for a playoff run with forward Dorell Wright expected to miss significant time with a fractured hand.
Stay tuned for updates.
Blazers Announce Wright Injury
Friday, Apr. 3
According to the Trail Blazers public relations staff on Twitter, Wright is expected to miss at least four weeks after suffering a fractured hand against the Los Angeles Clippers:
Blazers reporter Casey Holdahl reported that Wright will not require surgery.
The Trail Blazers are hurting for versatility from their wings heading into the postseason. Wright's injury timetable will keep him out of action until May, at the earliest. Wesley Matthews' season ended in March after tearing his Achilles.
LaMarcus Aldridge and Damian Lillard will give the Trail Blazers a dynamic duo capable of carrying the team for at least some period of time—depth in the Western Conference is essential to win a championship. Wright's absence for four to six weeks puts a big dent in their title hopes.
