Coward Suffers Left Ankle Injury, Exits Game After 16-Point Outburst

Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward exited Sunday's 120-114 loss to the Lakers in the second quarter due to a left ankle injury after landing on an opponent's foot and did not return. His status was updated to doubtful. Before his exit, Coward played 13 minutes, recording an impressive 16 points (6-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 9 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal, ending as Memphis' second-leading scorer. His next opportunity to play is Tuesday against the Spurs. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and GG Jackson are candidates for increased minutes if Coward misses time.