Jan 1, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (23) grimaces in pain after injuring his left leg against the Orlando Magic in the fourth quarter at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

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Jaden Ivey Injury Update: How long is Pistons’ guard expected to be out after undergoing surgery?

The Pistons offered a bit of hope on Thursday regarding Ivey's injury.

Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey underwent surgery on Thursday to repair a broken fibula, after suffering the injury during Wednesday’s game against the Orlando Magic.

Ivey collided with Magic guard Cole Anthony in the first quarter when the latter was trying to pick the loose ball and crashed into Ivy’s leg. The game was put on halt for several minutes as players from both teams gathered around, visibly concerned. Ivey was eventually stretchered off the court.

The 2022 fifth overall pick scored 22 points before he was stretched off due to injury.

Awful scene in Detroit. Jaden Ivy taken off court on a stretcher. Ankle got caught underneath Magic’s Anthony. Damn it.🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/aAeWwSnZ1C
— KWAPT (@KWAPT) January 2, 2025

How long is Jaden Ivey expected to be sidelined?

Ivey’s injury came as a big blow for the Pistons who secured their fourth win of the last last five games.

While there was initial concern that Ivey’s injury might sideline him for the rest of the season, the Pistons provided a bit of hope on Thursday. The team announced that Ivey will be re-evaluated in four weeks, offering a potential timeline for his return.

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The 22-year-old had been playing some of the best basketball of his young career before the injury. Ivey was averaging 17.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 0.9 steals per game, all career highs.

The Pistons have been a much-improved team this season, already matching last year’s win total with a 14-18 record entering Wednesday’s game.

Pistons will next host Charlotte Hornets at the Little Caesars Arena on Friday.

Image Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

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