Illinois Center Tomislav Ivisic Exits Due to Injury, Quickly Returns

Chicago, IL – Illinois Center forward Tomislav Ivisic left the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night with a left ankle injury but returned to action in the second half.

Injury

Ivisic rolled his ankle in the first quarter of the game and was forced to leave the court. He was examined by the team’s medical staff and was diagnosed with a sprain.

Return

Ivisic returned to the game in the third quarter and played for the remainder of the game. He finished with 12 points and 8 rebounds.

Impact

Ivisic’s injury is a blow to the Illinois Center, who are currently in the midst of a playoff push. Ivisic is the team’s leading scorer and rebounder.

Outlook

The severity of Ivisic’s injury is not yet known. The team will likely provide an update on his status on Friday.