Josh Okogie: Nigerian NBA star suffers left hamstring strain, out for 3 weeks

Nigerian NBA star Josh Okogie is set to be out of action for an extended period.

Veteran guard Josh Okogie departed Friday's Charlotte Hornets game against the Los Angeles Clippers in the third quarter due to a hamstring injury and did not come back.

He was not available for the game against the Denver Nuggets, as was to be expected.

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Unfortunately, the team has officially announced that it will be more than just tonight's game.

The Hornets released a press release to confirm how long Okogie will be out

He said, "The Charlotte Hornets announced today that additional evaluation on forward Josh Okogie’s left hamstring revealed a left hamstring strain.

"He suffered the injury in the third quarter of Charlotte’s game against the LA Clippers last night.

"Okogie is listed as out tonight against the Denver Nuggets and will be re-evaluated in three weeks.

"Additional updates on his status will be provided as appropriate."

Since being acquired in the trade with the Phoenix Suns that included Nick Richards, Okogie has been among the Hornets' top two-way players.

Okogie has averaged 10 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 2.7 steals per game in seven games (one of which he started) with the Hornets.