Major McDowell-White setback

New Zealand Breakers star William McDowell-White is estimated to miss the next six weeks with a fractured fibula.

McDowell-White suffered the injury during the Breakers’ 97-92 win over the Tasmania JackJumpers on Thursday night.

It is another blow to Mody Maor’s 3-6 squad, who are still missing import Zylan Cheatham with a foot injury.

The 25-year-old McDowell-White has had a disrupted campaign, after a hand injury forced him to miss the start of the season. The latest setback will likely see him be out until at least after Christmas.

Injury update. Not the news we were hoping for out of Breakers camp - but wishing Will a speedy recovery ? Estimated 6 weeks, Alex McNaught will take his place in the roster this weekend. pic.twitter.com/LUI2EFndZT

— BNZ Breakers (@NZBreakers) November 17, 2023

The in-demand free agent re-signed with the Breakers during the off-season but has averaged just 9.3 points, 4.8 assists and 3.5 rebounds this season.

He was moved to the bench in Rounds 6 and 7, but returned to the starting line-up against Tasmania.

Alex McNaught will take his place on the active roster.