Corey Kispert, a prominent player for the Washington basketball team, will miss the remainder of the season due to a thumb injury. The 26-year-old underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair a ligament tear in his left thumb, an injury sustained during the third quarter of Washington's narrow 126-123 victory over the Denver Nuggets last Saturday. Despite this setback, Kispert is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for the start of the next season.
Kispert's absence marks a significant loss for Washington. Prior to the season, he was signed to a four-year, $54 million extension, underscoring his value to the team. During the 2024-25 season, he has been a valuable contributor off the bench, averaging 11.6 points and 3.0 rebounds over 61 games. His performance this season reflects his overall career statistics, where he has averaged 11.1 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists across 292 career games.
Kispert's journey in professional basketball began when he was selected by Washington with the 15th overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft. Since then, he has played in 292 games, including 103 starts, establishing himself as a reliable and consistent player within the team. His absence will be felt keenly as Washington navigates the remainder of the season without him.
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