Real Madrid has suffered a major setback with an injury. The club confirmed Thursday morning that All-EuroLeague center Walter Tavares has suffered a torn medial collateral ligament (MCL) in his knee, which will keep him sidelined indefinitely
The Cape Verdean started in Game 1 of the EuroLeague Playoffs against Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv, played Wednesday night, but was only able to stay on the court for 2 minutes and 47 seconds before withdrawing for good.
Medical tests performed the following day confirmed the extent of the injury, though the club has not provided a specific recovery timeline, limiting itself to noting that his progress will be monitored.