Report: 76ers upset with Fultz's agent over handling of diagnosis

The Philadelphia 76ers' front office is reportedly "very angry" with the way Markelle Fultz's agent Raymond Brothers handled Tuesday's announcement that the point guard has thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), sources told 94 WIP's Howard Eskin.

According to the report, Brothers told ESPN about the diagnosis before the 76ers were notified.

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski first tweeted the news on Tuesday afternoon, with the team releasing a statement afterward.

Fultz has been away from the 76ers since Nov. 20 as he consulted with specialists over a recurring shoulder issue, which appears to be affecting his shooting mechanics. Tuesday's diagnosis of TOS is the first confirmation that the 20-year-old is dealing with a continuing condition.

Wojnarowski reported that the Sixers are optimistic that Fultz could return to action within three-to-six weeks, as TOS is treatable with physical therapy.

Last month, Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer reported that Fultz is no longer in the 76ers' long-term plans.