De’Aaron Fox posted 38 points, nine rebounds and five assists in Sunday’s Game 4 loss.
Sacramento star guard De’Aaron Fox followed through Wednesday after saying he planned to play in Game 5 of the Kings’ first-round series against the Golden State Warriors while dealing with a fractured finger on his shooting hand.
Playing 42 minutes, Fox scored 24 points while adding seven rebounds, nine assists, two steals and a block. The finger did seem to limit his efficiency, as he shot 9-for-25 and committed six turnovers in the 123-116 loss.
No. 5️⃣ is a go for Game 5️⃣ 😤 pic.twitter.com/sOba1PfxoU
— Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) April 25, 2023
The Kings said Monday night that X-rays revealed an avulsion fracture on Fox’s left index finger.
Fox remained in the game after the injury and even made a key 3-pointer in the closing minute before Sacramento lost 126-125. Fox passed out of a double team on the final possession and the Kings lost when Harrison Barnes missed a 3-pointer at the buzzer.
The Warriors now lead the series headed into Game 6 at Chase Center.
This appears to be the play that De'Aaron Fox fractured his left index finger in the middle of the fourth quarter yesterday. On a floater after the whistle. Looks like it clips Kevon Looney's hand. First time you see him clutch at it. pic.twitter.com/0Ip5YWbw8g
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) April 24, 2023
Fox has emerged as a star in his first trip to the postseason, averaging 31.5 points, seven assists and six rebounds through six games.
His 38 points in a Game 1 win were tied for the second most for a player in his postseason debut and his 126 points so far are tied for the sixth most for any player in his first four career playoff games.
Fox had 38 points, nine rebounds and five assists in the Game 4 loss.
