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“So, Where in the Health Were We?”: An Eastern Conference NBA Injury Preview

Over four months after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the league into hiatus, the NBA is set to return July 30 with 22 teams taking the court in Orlando, Florida. The virus has forced some players out of the restart while the extended break has allowed other injured players additional time to recuperate, paving the way […]

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Understanding Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Knee Capsule Sprain

Led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Milwaukee Bucks have been the NBA’s top team for the majority of the 2019-20 season. However, the Bucks will be forced to traverse the immediate future without Antetokounmpo after the reigning MVP suffered a knee injury. The injury occurred during his matchup with LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers […]

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Understanding Jeremy Lamb’s Knee Injury

The Indiana Pacers were dealt an untimely blow when guard Jeremy Lamb awkwardly fell following a dunk attempt against the Toronto Raptors. Lamb was able to stay in the game and make both his free-throws but it was clear he had sustained a left knee injury as he limped off the court. Unfortunately, additional testing […]

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Injury Report at the Midway Point of the 2019-20 NBA Season

The 2019-20 NBA season has reached the midway point with each team logging 41 games played. Unfortunately, injuries have once again been an unwelcome subplot to an otherwise entertaining season. The problems actually started last summer when All-Stars Kevin Durant and Klay Thompson suffered injuries that are expected to sideline them for the entirety of […]

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Understanding Steph Curry’s Broken Hand

The Golden State Warriors entered the season with varied expectations from seasons past as player movement and injuries have drastically altered their roster. Unfortunately the team took another hit Wednesday when two-time MVP Stephen Curry suffered a broken hand in a loss to the Suns. The injury occurred when Suns center Aron Baynes fell on […]

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