PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 4: Jalen Suggs #4 of the Orlando Magic passes the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on December 4, 2024 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

Suggs sprains ankle stepping on actor courtside: 'I couldn't be mad'

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Jalen Suggs had a run-in with actor and comedian Michael Blackson during the Orlando Magic's 106-102 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday that left him slightly worse for wear.

The Magic guard revealed postgame that he sprained his right ankle when he stepped on the foot of Blackson, who was seated courtside at Wells Fargo Center, according to The Athletic's Josh Robbins.

"I was mad, and then I saw it was him, and I couldn't be mad anymore," Suggs said. "He's brought me too many laughs to be angry."

The injury wasn't enough to sideline Suggs, as he remained in the game and finished with 17 points, six assists, and three steals in 37 minutes of playing time.

The 23-year-old is averaging 15.3 points, 4.0 assists, and 4.0 rebounds through 23 games this season.

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