Pelicans' Anthony Davis: Suffers ankle sprain in loss to Rockets

Davis sustained a sprained ankle during Tuesday's 116-104 preseason loss to the Rockets in an exhibition played in Beijing, China.

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The big man appeared to roll the ankle on a post-up attempt, and while he initially stayed in the game, he was removed shortly after and didn't return, finishing the game with two points (1-5 FG) in seven minutes. The sprain looked to be a minor issue, though considering Davis' lengthy injury history, the fact that he's already banged up in the preseason is far from an encouraging sign. Davis should be considered day-to-day ahead of their next preseason matchup with the Hawks, set for Oct. 18.