With NBA training camps opening soon, the Atlanta Hawks are already dealing with an injury to one of their rotation players.
It has been reported that backup swingman DeAndre' Bembry will miss four to six weeks because of a strained right triceps. According to the Associated Press via NBA.com, he underwent an MRI last week that revealed the extent of the injury. However, it is still unclear how he suffered it.
“The Hawks announced Wednesday that Bembry underwent an MRI last week. There was no indication how the injury happened, but he has been working out at team facilities through much of the offseason.”
“Bembry will be held out of all basketball activities for four-to-six weeks. He will definitely miss training camp this month and likely all five preseason games.”
After an impressive three-year career at St. Joseph's, the 6-foot-6 Bembry was selected 21st overall in last year's draft by the Hawks. He appeared for them in 38 games, averaging 2.7 points and 1.6 rebounds in 9.8 minutes a game. He also had multiple assignments in the D-League with the Salt Lake City Stars.
The Hawks are currently rebuilding and would like to give their young players more playing time this coming season. With Bembry being forced to miss time, it will delay his chance to showcase his improved game early in the season.
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