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Domantas Sabonis underwent surgery on his right thumb, the Lithuanian national team head coach Kazys Maksvytis confirmed.

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Sacramento Kings All-Star forward Domantas Sabonis underwent surgery on his right thumb.

The news was confirmed by the Lithuanian national team head coach Kazys Maksvytis who talked about the extended roster ahead of the FIBA Basketball World Cup.

"The main reasons behind Domantas availability this summer was his contract and health," Maksvytis said in a press conference. "He tried to recover without the surgery, but it didn't work, and he lost time. After the surgery, everything takes longer."

"He apologized for not coming and promised to be available next summer," Maksvytis added.

There's no timetable for his recovery, and it's not confirmed whether Sabonis will be available at the beginning of the 2023-24 season.

The 27-year-old Sabonis and the Kings agreed on a 5-year $217 million deal this summer.

Sabonis was diagnosed with an avulsion fracture of the ulnar collateral ligament of the right thumb in December. However, he ended the season playing through it.

During the 2022-23 season, Sabonis averaged 19.1 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game over 79 appearances. He was also included in All-NBA 3rd Team.

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