Josh Magette, the point guard for the Tasmania JackJumpers, will undergo surgery to repair a broken cheekbone and fractured eye socket this week.
The injury occurred during Sunday’s win over Illawarra.
Magette returned to his home in Hobart on the Spirit of Tasmania, and will have the surgery on Thursday.
In a statement, Magette said it’s been a “crazy couple of days”.
“I’ve now seen the specialist and will have surgery on Thursday, so hopefully, I’ll be on the mend soon. Thanks to everyone for all the calls, texts, and messages. I really appreciate it,” he explained.
The JackJumpers say their main priority is Magette’s long-term recovery and welfare.
Meanwhile, the team will prepare for the Seeding Qualifier against Cairns, and Captain Clint Steindl will undergo an MRI on his hip prior to the NBL MVP Awards.
Steindl will be assessed after arriving in Cairns on Wednesday.
Will Magnay, who suffered a knock to the mouth in the Round 18 clash with the Hawks, will play in Thursday’s Play In tournament game.
