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Yes, it's only September and the thought of an injury update right now seems a bit absurd.
But Francisco Garcia went through much of last season with lingering injuries, one of which (fractured right ring finger) he repeated again earlier this month while playing with the Dominican Republic national team. So in the smallest of significant ways, it actually mattered this afternoon when the Kings announced that Garcia's injury is not serious and he can resume full hoops activities next week.
It matters because this team has less room for error or ailments than any other in the league, and they surely need a veteran like Garcia to be free to shine and shoot with all his digits - and everything else - in working order. Combined with the news that Beno Udrih's injury is also minor means Project Maximize Potential can begin in earnest when camp begins on Sept. 29. - Sam Amick
