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www.nbcsports.comHere’s the latest on Anthony Black based on the most recent reporting I can access.
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Injury status and timeline: In March 2026, Anthony Black was diagnosed with a left lateral abdominal muscle strain after an MRI, with the timeline for his return depending on his response to treatment. He was projected to miss at least a few games that week, with a return timetable not yet determined at that point [source: RotoWire summary and CBSSports recap from March 9–15, 2026]. This injury update was reiterated by multiple outlets, noting that the Magic would release a more definitive return plan only after on-court work resumes.[1][2]
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Ongoing absence and return updates: Through mid-to-late March and into May 2026, several outlets reported Black missing multiple games due to the abdominal strain, with updates indicating he could return once he progresses in individual workouts or undergoes further evaluation. Reports in mid-May suggested he was upgraded to questionable for a game, signaling positive movement toward a possible return, but no firm timetable was given publicly at that time. ESPN’s NBA player page also reflected a prolonged absence with a lack of a defined return date during that stretch.[3][5]
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Post-injury status and current outlook: NBC Sports and CBS Sports provided ongoing injury coverage through May 2026, noting Black’s core/abdominal injury and tracking his progress toward return, including mentions of potential minutes restrictions if he returns and competition for playing time among teammates if he does come back. By early May, several outlets indicated he remained out with a longer-than-anticipated absence but suggested an improving trajectory toward return.[4][5]
If you’d like, I can compile a concise timeline with exact dates and the key updates from those sources, or search for any more recent updates beyond May 2026 to confirm whether he has returned to game action. I can also summarize how the injury affected his fantasy value and the Magic’s rotation plan.
Would you prefer a brief timeline or a comparative status update (injury details, expected return, and fantasy implications)?