Fred VanVleet underwent surgery to repair a partial ligament injury to his left thumb. The procedure was performed by Dr. Michelle Carlson in New York City. VanVleet will wear a splint for approximately three weeks.
His condition will then be updated as appropriate. League sources tell Shams Charania of The Athletic VanVleet will be out approximately five weeks.
The injury occurred in the second quarter Feb. 9 at New York. VanVleet is averaging 10.5 points, 4.6 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 26.8 minutes in 51 games (22 starts) this season. He has scored in double figures 30 times, including a career-high 30 points Feb. 7 at Atlanta.