Suns' guard Leandro Barbosa was forced to leave training camp and return to Brazil to care for his critically ill mother, according to a report published by the East Valley Tribune.

Barbosa arrived in Tucson with the team Monday night but left after the team gathered for a precamp dinner. He is likely to miss the entire stay in Tucson, which runs through Saturday, and Suns' GM Steve Kerr said there is no immediate timetable for his return.

“We’re going to give him as much time as he needs. Family comes first,” Kerr said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this difficult time.”

Via East Valley Tribune

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