Washington Wizards are entering the Game 6 of the first round series against the Toronto Raptors on Friday without their small forward Otto Porter Jr. According to ESPN’s reports, the 24-year-old had a minor procedure on his leg on Friday that will stop him from playing a potential Game 7 as well. The Raptors currently have a 3-2 lead in the series.
Otto Porter Jr. was one of the most important Wizards’ players in the regular season, averaging 14.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.5 steals per game. Those numbers, however, dropped significantly in the series against the Raptors. In the first five games, he averaged little over 10 points and five rebounds, while taking less than 10 shots per game.
Kelly Oubre Jr. will most like take his spot, while the Wizards trying to find a way to survive the series.
“He has a great impact for us,” – said Wizards point guard John Wall of Porter. “He does everything, the little things that you probably wouldn’t see if you are watching the game. Cutting to the basket, making extra-effort plays, making shots for us, a guy who can defend and spread the floor. You could tell when OP’s been healthy and when he’s not. When he’s not slashing and cutting to the basket, you can tell he’s dealing with something. He’s probably been dealing with it for a while, but he’s been going out there and giving us everything he’s got as a teammate. And we respect and appreciate that as much as possible.”
