On Tuesday, the Washington Wizards made a last-minute announcement that Bradley Beal will not be joining the team for the league’s restart in Orlando, citing a lingering shoulder injury.
Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard spoke to the media via Zoom and confirmed that Beal will not require surgery on the injured shoulder, which he sustained months ago in a game against the Phoenix Suns.
“It’s not something that will be a long term problem,” Sheppard said. “Wisdom would tell you let’s not do anything to hinder his future.