Lakers rookie Sue Yue has mononucleosis
LAKERS FYI
The Chinese native became ill Wednesday night after an introductory news conference. He tested positive for mononucleosis and will miss the start of training camp.
Rookie guard Sun Yue has tested positive for mononucleosis, delaying the start of his Lakers career for an indefinite period.
He appeared to be in good spirits while meeting with local media members Wednesday afternoon, but was taken to a Los Angeles-area hospital a few hours later. He will not be ready for the start of training camp next Tuesday. There is no date for his return.
Yue, 22, signed a two-year contract with the Lakers last month. A native of China, the 6-foot-9 guard averaged 6.8 points and 2.5 assists a game in the Olympics.
mike.bresnahan@latimes.com
