Tag: nba injuries

Anthony Edwards likely to play in Game 1 v San Antonio

Brandon King

Image via Reuters According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Anthony Edwards is expected to play in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals for the Minnesota Timberwolves, barring any pregame setback, after being medically cleared following his knee injury. Key context from the report: So bottom line: he’s trending toward active and available, not ruled out. If Anthony Edwards is truly cleared and active for Game 1, it swings the entire feel of the matchup for the Minnesota Timberwolves in a few very specific ways—especially coming off a knee issue like…

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Jayson Tatum out for Game 7

Brandon King

Yeah—it’s official. Jayson Tatum is out for Game 7. Here’s what we know right now: This is huge because: Quick reality check:Without Tatum, the Boston Celtics go from favorites to very vulnerable. Game 7 becomes way more open—especially with Philly already having momentum.

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Anthony Edwards expected to miss weeks with knee hypertension and bone bruise

Brandon King

The aspirations of the Minnesota Timberwolves to at least reach the Western Conference Finals have taken a major hit. Anthony Edwards is expected to miss multiple weeks after suffering a left knee hyperextension with a bone bruise during Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets.   The injury occurred in the second quarter when Edwards landed awkwardly after challenging a Cam Johnson field goal attempt. Edwards feel to the ground in a heap, clutching his left knee ; he had to be helped to the locker room, as he was unable…

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Who Will, Who Won’t and Who Might: 12 November 202 NBA Injury Report

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Atlanta Hawks NAME POS EST. RETURN DATE STATUS COMMENT Nikola Durisic F Nov 13 Out Nov 11: Durisic (elbow) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Kings, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks’ official site reports. Nickeil Alexander-Walker G Nov 12 Day-To-Day Nov 11: Alexander-Walker (back) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Kings, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks’ official site reports. Trae Young G Nov 30 Out Nov 1: Young (knee) will be re-evaluated in four weeks, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. Boston Celtics NAME POS EST. RETURN DATE STATUS COMMENT…

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Aaron Gordon is in doubt for Game 7 vs Thunder with strained left hamstring

Brandon King

The Denver Nuggets’ aspirations of knocking off the Oklahoma City Thunder took a major blow.  Per reporting from Shams Charania, Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain, placing his status in doubt for Sunday’s Game 7.  With under 2 minutes to go in Game 6, Gordon was called for a kick ball while chasing a loose ball. Immediately following the play, Gordon grabbed his left hamstring and seemed to be in a degree of discomfort.  Gordon has shown up the biggest when is has mattered…

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Gary Payton II is out indefinitely with thumb injury

Brandon King

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II has suffered a torn ligament in his left thumb. Charania adds that Payton II will be out for an indefinite amount of time.  Payton II is an active, engaged, and effective defender who is a vital part of the Warriors rotation, with his impact far greater than the 6.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.3 assists he averages per game. Over the last month he was averaging 20.9 minutes and 11.5 points per contest.

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Kyrie Irving suffers season-ending ACL tear

Brandon King

The worst-case scenario when Kyrie Irving was helped off the court have been confirmed Tuesday morning as it was reported by Shams Charania that Irving has torn his ACL and will thus miss the remainder of the season.  Last night in the first quarter of their game against the Sacramento Kings, Kyrie bumped knees with Jonas Valančiūnas. While that can hurt a player, the buckling of his left knee on the subsequent step was the cause for alarm. Irving went down in a heap before being helped up by Anthony…

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Kyrie Irving leaves helped off court after frightening knee injury

Brandon King

With newly acquired star forward Anthony Davis already sidelined with a left abductor strain in his debut game, it was up to Kyrie Irving to hold down the fort until his fellow All-Star could work his way back. To that end, Irving did an admirable job, leading the Mavericks to a 5-3 record in AD’s absence.  But it may be up to others to lead the Mavericks. In the first quarter, Irving bumped knees with Jonas Valančiūnas and Irving’s knee buckled on his next step. However, Irving had to be…

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Who Will, Who Might and Who Won’t: 21 March 2024 NBA Injury Report

Brandon King

NBA Injuries Team InjuriesAtlanta HawksBoston CelticsBrooklyn NetsCharlotte HornetsChicago BullsCleveland CavaliersDallas MavericksDenver NuggetsDetroit PistonsGolden State WarriorsHouston RocketsIndiana PacersLA ClippersLos Angeles LakersMemphis GrizzliesMiami HeatMilwaukee BucksMinnesota TimberwolvesNew Orleans PelicansNew York KnicksOklahoma City ThunderOrlando MagicPhiladelphia 76ersPhoenix SunsPortland Trail BlazersSacramento KingsSan Antonio SpursToronto RaptorsUtah JazzWashington WizardsTeam Injuries Atlanta Hawks NAME POS EST. RETURN DATE STATUS COMMENT AJ Griffin F Mar 23 Out Mar 20: Griffin (lower leg) won’t play in Thursday’s game against the Suns, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports. Jalen Johnson SF Mar 23 Out Mar 20: Johnson (ankle) is…

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Who Will, Who Might and Who Won’t : 11 March 2024 NBA Injury Report

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Atlanta Hawks NAME POS EST. RETURN DATE STATUS COMMENT Saddiq Bey SF Oct 1 Out Mar 11: Bey suffered a torn left ACL and is out for the remainder of the season, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports. Jalen Johnson SF Mar 13 Day-To-Day Mar 10: Johnson (ankle) will not play Sunday against the Pelicans. Seth Lundy G Mar 13 Out Mar 10: Lundy (back) didn’t play in Friday’s G League 120-112 overtime loss to Osceola. Onyeka Okongwu PF Mar 21 Out Mar 7: Okongwu (toe) has shed his walking boot and…

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