The story of Monday night’s Sixers win over the Phoenix Suns was T.J. McConnell, who played a big part in sparking the team after a listless first half. But just as importantly, it was that McConnell took Markelle Fultz’s minutes in the second half. After the game, coach Brett Brown would not commit to plans for the backup point guard spot moving forward.



Early Tuesday, The Athletic’s David Aldridge broke the news that Fultz is planning to see a shoulder specialist early next week at the recommendation of his agent, Raymond Brothers. Until that time, Fultz is not scheduled to participate in either games or practices.



General manager Elton Brand and Brown answered questions from reporters on Tuesday at the team’s practice facility in Camden, N.J. Below is a transcript of the questions they answered about Fultz’s impending absence, which was compiled by various members of the media on hand.



Update (Nov. 21): Markelle Fultz...