Bogdanovic, a vital player for the New York Knicks, will be out for the playoffs due to foot surgery after an injury in Game 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers when Nicolas Batum fell on his leg. Coach Thibodeau expressed disappointment, emphasizing Bogdanovic’s key role in securing a 3-1 lead over the 76ers
The exact nature of Bogdanovic’s injury hasn’t been revealed, and the timing of his surgery is still up in the air. The Knicks announced that he will undergo another evaluation in three months. Bogdanovic, who joined the Knicks in February after a trade with Detroit, is a Croatian veteran. His absence compounds the team’s injury issues, with All-Star forward Julius Randle already out for the season due to shoulder surgery. Thibodeau stressed the importance of the team adjusting to these setbacks and coming together to persevere through the playoffs.
