How long is Fred VanVleet out? Back injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Raptors guard

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How long is Fred VanVleet out? Back injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Raptors guard image

Nothing went the Raptors' way in a loss to the 76ers on Friday, Oct. 28.

Among many issues, Fred VanVleet had one of the worst games of his career, only scoring one point while shooting 0-for-11 from the field and 0-for-8 from 3-point range in the loss.

While VanVleet appeared to be just fine during the game, he is dealing with an ailment, as the Raptors' star guard popped up on the team's injury report ahead of their game on Oct. 31.

How serious is VanVleet's injury and will he miss any time? The Sporting News has you covered with the latest news below.

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What is Fred VanVleet's injury?

VanVleet first appeared on the Raptors' injury report ahead of their game on Oct. 31.

VanVleet didn't mention any injuries during Friday's postgame press conference, but he did say he was lacking energy, which isn't typically the case for Toronto's floor general and leader.

"I didn't have much pop, much energy," VanVleet said, according to The Athletic's Eric Koreen. "I've had a few games like that. I usually throw a couple 3s in there late and people forget about it. It didn't go that way this time. I'll live with it. I'm built for it. I'll bounce back."

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How long will Fred VanVleet be out?

After missing games against the Hawks, Spurs and Mavericks VanVleet is available for the Raptors' meeting with the Bulls on Sunday, Nov. 6.

Raptors upcoming schedule

Date Opponent Time (ET)
Nov. 6 vs. Bulls 6 p.m.
Nov. 7 at Bulls 8:45 p.m.
Nov. 9 vs. Rockets 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 11 at Thunder 8 p.m.
Nov. 12 at Pacers 7 p.m.

Kyle Irving

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You read that wrong – not Kyrie Irving. From Boston, graduated from the University of New Hampshire. Sixth season as a content producer for NBA.com's Global editions. Covering the NBA Draft has become his annual "dream come true" moment on the job. Irving has a soft spot for pass-first point guards, with Rajon Rondo and Steve Nash being two of his favorite players of all time.