Trail Blazers' Evan Turner: Fractures hand during Tuesday's contest

Turner suffered a fractured third metacarpal in his right hand during Tuesday's game against the Mavericks, Mike Richman of The Oregonian reports.

Analysis:

It's a tough blow for the Trail Blazers, who are now looking at being without Turner for a substantial amount of time. He's yet to be given any sort of timetable for a return, but more updates should be provided shortly. Turner has started nine games this season, but with an extended absence likely coming, Maurice Harkless could reclaim a spot in the starting lineup, as he's already started 42 games during the 2016-17 campaign. Along with Harkless, Allen Crabbe should also see a bigger role on the wing with Turner out.