Boozer pleased with progress, but eager to play

RSS: Chicago Breaking Sports · Oct 27, 2010

By K.C. Johnson

OKLAHOMA CITY --- Carlos Boozer said before the Bulls' morning shootaround Wednesday that the plan is for his hard cast and pins in his fractured right hand to be removed next Tuesday. He then will wear a soft cast for "four or five days" before beginning rehabilitation.

"I'm not sure what that will consist of yet," Boozer said. "I'm sure it will have to do with range of motion and getting strength back in my fingers and bone. Hopefully, that won't take long and I can get my jersey back on and take the court."

Boozer said he has a date in mind for his return, but wouldn't reveal it. The original team prognosis estimated a six- to 10-week absence, which would place Boozer's return in late November or early December.

"Everything is right on schedule, perfect," Boozer said. "The bone is healing up nicely, according to the doctors."
Boozer said he planned to travel with the team during his absence.

"It's going to be hard watching tonight," Boozer said of Wednesday's season opener against the Thunder. "I wish I was out there with my teammates. All I can do is be a good teammate, good cheerleader and good coach.

"It's always hard to be on the sideline, but especially on a night like this -- season opener, a new franchise. When I get this cast off, I'm going to work my butt off on my rehab and get back as soon as I can."
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