Orlando Magic forward Hedo Turkoglu was eligible to play for the first time in 20 games on Wednesday night after serving his suspension for violating the league’s anti-doping policy, but head coach Jacque Vaughn elected not to play him anyway. Vaughn decided last week that he wants the younger guys to see extended minutes, which means guys like Turkoglu and Al Harrington won’t likely play.
The NBA has suspended Orlando Magic forward Hedo Turkoglu for 20 games, as part of the league’s anti-drug program, for testing positive for a banned substance.
Magic forward Hedo Turkoglu hasn’t played since the Magic season opener versus the Denver Nuggets on November 2nd, is inching closer to a return. That return to the court may take place durning tomorrow nights game against his former team, the Toronto Raptors.
Hedo Turkoglu may be out at least until the end of the month, this according to team doctors. Turk visited the doctor on Wednesday to get a check-up on his broken left hand, but instead left with a cast on the hand.
The new look Orlando Magic, will be down two starters tonight when they play former Magic center Marcin Gortat and the Phoenix Suns. In addition to Hedo Turkoglu who we told you yesterday will miss four to six weeks due to a broken hand, Jameer Nelson will also not be suited up for the Magic tonight after suffering a groin strain.