Breakers “Very Worried” About Rupert Injury

New Zealand Breakers coach Mody Maor has conceded he is “very worried” about the wrist injury sustained by NBL Next Star Rayan Rupert.

Rupert slipped and suffered a suspected broken wrist in Sunday’s loss to the Sydney Kings.

Speaking after the game, Maor couldn’t give a timeline on Rupert’s recovery but he said the concern levels are high.  

"I don't know, I'm very worried. Fingers crossed everything is okay, he's on his way to get an x-ray," Maor said via ESPN.

"He landed poorly on his wrist; I hope it's nothing too bad. He's the best of kids, he deserves nothing bad to happen to him. Let's all just hope it's nothing serious."

Rupert is a projected first round pick in next year’s NBA Draft. His draft stock has risen since joining the NBL, having played well on both ends of the floor for the Breakers.