Jalen Suggs Faces Indefinite Absence Due to Knee Surgery

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs has been sidelined indefinitely due to a trochlea cartilage injury in his left knee, diagnosed after an MRI on Friday. Suggs, who has averaged 16.2 points and 4.0 rebounds this season, is exploring treatment options including the possibility of arthroscopic surgery. He expressed his goal to return before the end of the regular season on April 13, aiming to help the team as they push for a playoff spot. The Magic, currently in eighth place in the Eastern Conference, have struggled without him, going 5-9 in his absence. This season has been marred by injuries to key players, with Suggs having previously missed time due to a quadriceps bruise. The team is consulting with physicians to determine the best course of action for his recovery.