A good game and a win. Markelle Fultz could not have dreamed better for her first match since January 2021 and her tearing of a ligament in her left knee. The playmaker compiled 10 points at 5/7 in shooting and 6 assists in 16 minutes and the Magic won against the Pacers.
“It was a wonderful evening”he then commented for ESPN. “It’s been such a long time for me and my teammates. I fought every day to be here, back on the pitch. Coming back and helping my teammates win this first match is very important to me. I saw the joy, the excitement on everyone’s face. We had a lot of fun. »
Especially since the former Philadelphia has finally evolved with some previously unknown teammates.
Since his injury fourteen months ago, new faces have arrived in Florida: Gary Harris, Wendell Carter Jr, Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs and RJ Hampton.
” It’s crazy. It’s like I’m a fan of those guys, because I’ve seen so many of their encounters.”explained Markelle Fultz, before the game, at the Orlando Sentinel. “I’m excited to play with these new players, and have them grow with me. With my qualities in the pass, I will be able to offer them open shots. I can’t wait to see what the future holds. »
The future will be mainly next season. For now, the former first choice of the Draft will see his playing time be limited (between 16 and 20 minutes) and it is only next year that he will be able to express himself fully.
“The things he did in the past, when he was healthy, I can’t wait to experience them with him on the pitch”announces Wendell Carter Jr. “It’s special for him and for me. When he gets his legs back, the team will be much better. »
