NBA Injuries - Page 7

The Dallas Mavericks are predicted to only slightly improve their 2024-25 record despite making upgrades. At the same time, Mavericks center Dereck Lively II underwent offseason surgery to clean up bone spurs in his right foot but is expected to recover fully before training camp, as per ESPN’s Shams Charania. The Mavericks are counting on […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves can breathe easy as the new season inches closer by the day. Shooting guard Donte DiVincenzo had planned on playing for Italy at this month’s EuroBasket, but recently pulled out. Despite natural skepticism from fans and pundits, his choice was not fully injury-related. “DiVincenzo was planning to play for Italy at EuroBasket […]

The Indiana Pacers’ Cinderella run all the way to Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals extracted a heavy toll in the form of Tyrese Haliburton, who had to exit in the early goings of the biggest game of the season after suffering a torn Achilles. Haliburton’s injury put the Pacers on the back foot […]

San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan will miss the upcoming EuroBasket 2025 after suffering a calf injury during training with the Polish national team, a setback that has left both Sochan and Poland’s basketball community disappointed. The 22-year-old was expected to be a cornerstone for Poland’s campaign, especially with the tournament set to tip off […]

While the Heat made headlines when trading for Norman Powell, other players on the team have proved to be vital, like defensive stalwart Haywood Highsmith. As Highsmith earned a contract extension from the Heat in the 2024 offseason, there is a chance he misses the start of the upcoming season due to the latest injury […]

The Boston Celtics have made multiple frantic moves to keep themselves financially healthy in the absence of Jayson Tatum, who is recovering from an Achilles injury. The offseason overhaul has seen the departure of Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis alongside multiple cap-conscious acquisitions. However, can Tatum be back before the expected timeline, which is currently […]

The Indiana Pacers have long enjoyed one of the NBA’s most passionate and resilient fanbases. On Wednesday, Tyrese Haliburton offered a timely reminder of why he’s become the emotional heartbeat of the franchise. As the Pacers navigate a pivotal offseason, Haliburton’s latest social media post struck a chord not only with Pacers fans, but basketball […]

Last season, the Boston Celtics suffered their earliest playoff exit since 2021, giving them more time than usual to rest and recover. And while the C’s would’ve loved to go deeper into the postseason, they’ve made the most of the extra days off, with multiple players undergoing summer surgery. In June, Celtics star Jaylen Brown […]

Injuries have defined the Philadelphia 76ers through the years, preventing the team from maximizing its potential. More specifically, Joel Embiid’s health and persistent concerns about his knees have led the 2022-23 NBA MVP down a path where his future is very much in question. During the 2023-24 season, Embiid missed a large chunk of the […]

As much as the Charlotte Hornets struggled for much of the 2024-25 season, finishing with a dreadful 19-63 record, there is reason to be hopeful considering that they at least have the makings of a good, ascending young core. Brandon Miller, in particular, made plenty of strides last season, averaging 21.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, and […]

The Indiana Pacers are bracing for a difficult 2025–26 season following the loss of franchise cornerstone Tyrese Haliburton, who suffered a torn Achilles just seven minutes into Game 7 of the NBA Finals. The devastating injury will sideline Haliburton for the entire year, putting Indiana’s championship window on pause, possibly indefinitely. While there’s no replacing […]

Jayson Tatum is sometimes criticized for how he performs on the big stage. Though, as he was fighting to keep the Boston Celtics out of a precarious position during the Eastern Conference Semifinals, the superstar forward fully embraced the moment and his role as a franchise pillar. He was absolutely masterful in Game 4 versus […]

Indiana Pacers All-star guard Tyrese Haliburton is expected to miss the entire 2025–26 season due to a torn Achilles. He recently shared a behind-the-scenes moment that sent ripples through the NBA world, a surprise visit from Rockets star Kevin Durant. Appearing on the Pat McAfee show, Haliburton revealed “KD actually came and visited me the […]

Damian Lillard is back to where it all started, as the future Basketball Hall of Famer decided to return to the Portland Trail Blazers after a stint with the Milwaukee Bucks. Unlike when he first arrived on the team, Lillard is now the grizzled veteran brimming with experience and advice he can impart to his […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will enter the upcoming season expecting Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James to help carry them towards the NBA Playoffs. But, one under the radar player could make a surprising impact. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt is now fully healthy. As a result, the 26-year-old […]

The Charlotte Hornets went undefeated through their first four games at NBA Summer League. The Hornets earned a spot in the semifinals easily, squaring off against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a spot in the championship on the line. The Hornets, led by No. 4 pick Kon Knueppel and Jaylen Sims, played a dominant game. […]

The 2025 NBA Playoffs saw several superstars go down with a torn Achilles, a dreaded injury that has derailed the careers of several notable players. The Achilles tendon is responsible for absorbing impact, making an injury a career-altering one. While players like Kevin Durant and Dominique Wilkins were successful enough to recover well from the […]

The New Orleans Pelicans really wanted Derik Queen during the NBA Draft. Pelicans general manager Joe Dumars traded a very valuable draft pick to jump up and take him. He and Jeremiah Fears showed flashes during New Orleans’ games at NBA Summer League. Unfortunately, an injury suffered against the Portland Trail Blazers knocked Queen out […]

New York Knicks forward Josh Hart recently gave fans a glimpse into his recovery process by posting a photo of his heavily bandaged right ring finger on Instagram. The caption read “6 weeks with this” and offered a simple but striking update following a procedure to repair a finger injury he sustained during the playoffs. […]

The New York Knicks wing Josh Hart has undergone surgery to address a finger injury sustained during the playoffs. The team announced on Wednesday that Hart had a procedure on his right ring finger and is expected to resume basketball activities later this summer, ensuring he will be ready for the 2025–26 season. Hart dislocated […]

Former MVP Joel Embiid has experienced a number of twists and turns throughout his career. Injuries, media narratives, and organizational drama have made his tenure with the Philadelphia 76ers a sight to behold. While many fans and critics solely blame Embiid for the way his own reputation has evolved, he wishes that the franchise would […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid is still in recovery from injury, and he isn’t mincing words this summer. As the team enters a pivotal offseason, the 2023 MVP is making one thing clear: Joel Embiid will return from injury on his own terms. In a candid interview conducted in late June, Embiid shared that he’s […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are set to take on the Washington Wizards on Tuesday in a Summer League contest. All eyes have been on Philly throughout the offseason, as there are a ton of expectations for rookie guard VJ Edgecombe. After missing several games due to injury, the organization shared an exciting update about Edgecombe. Philadelphia […]

The Indiana Pacers are entering the 2025-26 NBA season with more questions than answers. Saturday’s Summer League game vs. the Thunder felt lighthearted, but the stakes were high for the Pacers’ front office. Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton is out for the season with a torn Achilles. Myles Turner is off to the Bucks amid NBA […]

VJ Edgecombe recently suffered a thumb injury that has kept him out of several Summer League games for the Philadelphia 76ers. However, the rookie guard and the franchise received an inspiring update ahead of the team’s next contest against the Washington Wizards. Reports indicate that Edgecombe, who is 19 years old, was a full participant […]

Philadelphia 76ers fans were just treated to startling news. Paul George, who played in just 41 games last season, suffered a left knee injury during a recent workout, according to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania. Fortunately, he underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure on Monday. He will begin rehab and then have his condition re-evaluated before […]

Brandon Ingram has yet to play a game for the Toronto Raptors, but has already established what he expects to accomplish once he makes his debut with the team. “Being the focal point of the offense, I think I can just show my playmaking skills…,” Ingram told ClutchPoint’s Josh Lewenberg. I get to show them […]

When the Toronto Raptors acquired Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans and signed the All-Star forward to a three-year, $120 million contract extension, Ingram was dealing with a nagging ankle injury. Unfortunately, it got so severe that Ingram had to receive PRP injections to aid in the recovery, shutting him down for the year […]

New Orleans Pelicans’ Trey Murphy III is currently undergoing a lengthy rehab after suffering a torn labrum back in March 2025. Murphy missed the rest of the Pelicans’ season and underwent surgery on March 26. Now, looking to make a comeback at the start of the upcoming season, Murphy’s rehab appears to be on track. […]

LAS VEGAS — The Dallas Mavericks are 1-0 in Summer League, but the team is dealing with an injury at the moment. Forward Melvin Ajinca missed Thursday’s 87-85 win against the Los Angeles Lakers with a groin injury. On Saturday, it was revealed that Ajinca will also miss the Mavs’ game against the San Antonio […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are entering the 2025-26 season with renewed uncertainty, as Joel Embiid still hasn’t resumed on-court basketball activities. Despite a wave of offseason optimism and repeated assurances from the front office, the latest update has fans growing increasingly uneasy. According to a report by The Athletic’s Tony Jones, Embiid has yet to resume […]

Kyrie Irving has undergone one of the biggest transformations the basketball world has ever seen, and he has done so in a relatively short period of time. He arrived on the Dallas Mavericks as a complete wild card, carrying the reputation as a locker-room cancer and self-destructive personality. The terrific point guard helped the franchise […]

On Wednesday, Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht had a breakout Summer League debut. He finished with 25 points, and the Lakers defeated the San Antonio Spurs 89-88.  However, he walked out early on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks due to a cramp in his calf, per NBA reporter Jovan Buha. The Lakers ultimately lost […]

Throughout this offseason, San Antonio Spurs fans have been buzzing after the 2025 NBA Draft. Just weeks ago, the Spurs took Rutgers star guard Dylan Harper with the No. 2 pick, a prospect drawing comparisons to Cade Cunningham and James Harden. Pairing Harper next to superstar big man Victor Wembanyama could be the future makings […]

After turning in a 28-10 double-double for the ages during his Utah Summer League debut, VJ Edgecombe has been unfortunately absent from action for the Philadelphia 76ers, leaving fans with a bummer summer waiting for his electrifying return. Unfortunately, those fans will have to wait at least one more game for that to happen, as […]

This summer could have looked much different for the Boston Celtics. But, new ownership, a ghastly injury to All-Star Jayson Tatum, and an early playoff exit have forced the front office to place financial responsibility ahead of potential basketball supremacy. Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens was honest when asked what the “best thing […]

Dallas Mavericks star big man Anthony Davis recently underwent a procedure to repair a detached retina he suffered during the 2024-25 NBA season, according to Shams Charania. He is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for the start of training camp in September. Throughout the year, Davis was hit in the face […]

Without question, the news that Indiana Pacers’ guard Tyrese Haliburton will miss the 2025-2026 season was a significant blow. This comes after Haliburton tore his Achilles during Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the eventual champion Oklahoma City Thunder. Recently, he underwent surgery to repair his Achilles. While he may be out for an […]

Teams across the NBA are participating in the Summer League, giving the incoming rookies and prospects a chance to get accustomed to the professional level and train for the upcoming season. Unfortunately, it sounds like Philadelphia 76ers’ top pick VJ Edgecombe went down with a concerning injury ahead of the team’s game against the Oklahoma […]