Aaron Gordon exits game with ankle injury, will be evaluated

Magic forward injured his left ankle in the third quarter Sunday and did not return.

From NBA.com News Services

February 1, 2021 4:21 AM

After this third-quarter play, the Magic await further information on one of their top players.

Magic forward Aaron Gordon injured his left ankle on Sunday, exiting Orlando’s game vs. Toronto.

With 1:14 left in the third, Gordon rolled his ankle bringing the ball upcourt, immediately shifting into a hop step as he reached down, wincing. He later left the court on crutches, foot unadorned.

INJURY UPDATE:@OrlandoMagic forward Aaron Gordon suffered a left ankle injury during the third quarter of tonight’s game at Toronto.

Gordon is out for the remainder of the game and will undergo further evaluation.#MagicTogether

— Orlando Magic PR (@Magic_PR) February 1, 2021

The seventh-year swingman is averaging 13.8 points, 7.2 rebounds and 4.2 assists, shooting 42.7% from the floor, including 36.9% from long range. His points and rebounding average represent four-year lows, though the assist number would set a career-best.