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Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson discusses recovery from ankle injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 10:33 PM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson discusses recovery from ankle injury
Summary

Orlando Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson reported progress in his recovery from a left ankle fracture sustained during the NBA Summer League. Nelson underwent surgery after the injury in July and is currently engaging in individual workouts, although he has not yet been cleared for live action. Magic president Jeff Weltman anticipates he is still about a month away from returning to full activity. Nelson, who had a standout college career, expressed a positive outlook on his recovery process, supported by the Magic organization and his family.

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  • •Izaiyah Nelson suffered a left ankle fracture in July.
  • •He has resumed individual workouts but is not cleared for live action.
  • •Magic president Jeff Weltman estimates a month until full activity.
  • •Nelson had a notable college career, winning multiple accolades.
  • •Support from family and the Magic organization aids his recovery.
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  • 10:33 PMYahoo Sports — Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson opens up about recovery from ankle injury
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Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson said Monday that he is recovering well from a left ankle fracture suffered in the NBA Summer League.

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