Raptors guard Gradey Dick has been diagnosed with a hyperextended right knee and bone bruises and will be out for at least the next two weeks, the team announced today in a press release.
According to the Raptors, Dick – who was injured during the second quarter of Sunday’s win in Orlando – will begin rehabilitating his knee injury upon returning to Toronto and will be reevaluated at the two-week mark.
The injury occurred as RJ Barrett drove into the lane while being defended by Magic guard Cole Anthony. Dick was cutting toward the basket from the corner and when Barrett and Anthony got tangled up near the rim, they fell into Dick — he collided with Anthony, then took a hard fall to the floor as Barrett landed on his leg (video link).
The 13th overall pick in the 2023 draft, Dick is considered a key part of the rebuild in Toronto. In 54 games (all starts) this season, the 21-year-old has averaged 14.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 29.4 minutes per game, with a .410/.350/.858 shooting line.
Dick is one of a handful of Raptors wings currently on the injured list, along with Ochai Agbaji (left ankle sprain) and Jamison Battle (nasal fracture). Those ailments could open the door for rookies Ja’Kobe Walter and Jamal Shead to play increased roles.