Reyer Venezia Loses Four Straight Games as Wiltjer Absence Hurts

Reyer Venezia hit a rough patch after winning six of its first nine games. The loss to Napoli was the fourth straight defeat in ten days.

The slump came at the same time as an injury to the team's top scorer, Kyle Wiltjer, who hurt his left ankle. With the Canadian forward out, Neven Spahija's side has lost an important offensive weapon. Sir'Jabari Rice has not been able to play for a long time because of a fracture in the fifth metatarsal of his left foot, and he is reportedly close to returning.

In their last four games, Venezia has averaged 90.2 points allowed. The team appears to be struggling defensively. Enoch Boakye is said to be suffering from inexperience, Sasha Grant has fallen short of expectations, and Glynn Watson is reported to be in a dip in form.

In this situation, Erick Green's importance is growing. Cantù wants to bring the player back into its roster. Reyer, however, plans to extend the contract, which is valid until November 19, through the end of the season.