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Cavaliers' Andrew Bogut: Diagnosed with fractured left tibia

Initial X-rays on Bogut's left leg revealed that he sustained a fractured tibia in Monday's game against the Heat, Joe Gabriele of Cavs.com reports.

Analysis:

After signing with the Cavaliers on March 1, Bogut was finally cleared to make his team debut Monday, but lasted only 58 seconds before suffering what could very well be a season-ending injury. Bogut will undergo additional evaluation over the next few days, but at the very least, it appears safe to consider the big man out indefinitely. Since no post-March 1 signings will be eligible for the postseason, the Cavaliers won't have much recourse to add depth at center beyond the final month of the regular season. Look for Tristan Thompson to regularly clear 30 minutes now that Bogut is sidelined, with Channing Frye representing the most likely candidate on the roster to handle center duties when Thompson is on the bench.

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