Magic hope to reach extension with Anthony Black, who suffers minor ankle sprain
Magic guard Anthony Black is considered day-to-day because of a minor ankle sprain he suffered during the team’s voluntary workouts in the lead up to training camp, new Orlando coach Sean Sweeney said Wednesday. Sweeney didn’t clarify which ankle Black sprained when asked, but the Magic coach also didn’t sound too concerned about the injury either. “(We’re) just being smart about it, ...
Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black is currently listed as day-to-day after suffering a minor ankle sprain during the team's pre-training camp workouts. Magic coach Sean Sweeney expressed limited concern about the injury, stating, "We're just being smart about it, especially with two practices in a day." Sweeney also commented on how the second-year forward Noah Penda, who tweaked his hamstring, and Black were participating in practice but limiting their intensity.
The Magic have implemented two-day practices to facilitate player development and communications. With the trade deadline looming, Black remains eligible to sign a rookie-scale contract extension, but the team has already committed a significant amount of money to other players. Black expressed optimism about signing an extension, but acknowledged the financial constraints the team faces.
If a deal is not reached by the Oct. 19 deadline, Black would become a restricted free agent, with the option to sign with any team.
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