Minnesota Timberwolves player Joan Beringer will wear a protective face mask and continue playing despite suffering a broken nose, according to a report from BringMeTheSports.
The injury will not sideline Beringer, who is set to take the court with the facial protection as the Timberwolves navigate their schedule. The decision allows the player to maintain availability while the nasal fracture heals.
Face masks are a common protective measure in basketball for players recovering from facial injuries, enabling them to return to competition sooner than they otherwise could.
