TORONTO -- It took a while, but CJ McCollum was finally able to make his return to the court prior to Portland’s 98-88 victory versus the Magic in Orlando after more than a month away dealing with injury and the birth of his first child.
In regard to the injury, a partially collapsed right lung suffered in a loss to the Celtics at Moda Center on December 4, McCollum had to remain inactive for 10 days, after which he was able to gradually ramp up his physical activity before being cleared for full contact.
“It’s been an interesting road,” said McCollum.