Tue Nov 19 06:30:31 UTC 2024: ## Clippers’ Porter Jr. Suffers Scary Fall, Returns for Free Throws Before Exiting Game

**Oklahoma City, OK –** Los Angeles Clippers guard Kevin Porter Jr. sustained a frightening head injury during Monday night’s game against the Golden State Warriors. The incident occurred in the final quarter when Porter Jr. fell hard to the floor after driving to the basket. He remained on the court for a period, clutching his head in pain, before being escorted to the locker room amid concerns of a concussion.

Remarkably, team staff retrieved Porter Jr. from the locker room so he could attempt free throws resulting from the foul that caused his fall. After shooting the free throws, he returned to the locker room briefly before rejoining his team on the bench. However, James Harden replaced him in the game shortly thereafter. The Clippers went on to win a closely contested match.

Porter Jr., who played 16 minutes and scored 8 points, is now awaiting medical evaluation to determine the severity of his head injury. His return to the court this season follows a year-long absence due to an off-court domestic assault case. The incident raises concerns about the decision to have him return to the court to shoot free throws, especially given the recent concussion suffered by Denver Nuggets’ Jamal Murray. The NBA’s concussion protocol will likely play a significant role in determining Porter Jr.’s availability for future games.

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