NBA injury that keeps putting careers at risk
Professional sports, specifically the NBA, have seen devastating injuries through the years. As modern athletes evolve, different types of injuries occur. Over the past two seasons, the NBA has seen a particular injury becoming more prevalent, the achilles.
Labeling the…
Professional sports, specifically the NBA , have seen devastating injuries through the years. As modern athletes evolve, different types of injuries occur. Over the past two seasons, the NBA has seen a particular injury becoming more prevalent, the achilles.
Labeling the rising number of achilles injuries as an epidemic may not be the correct label, but it’s not far off. MORE: Kansas’ Darryn Peterson shares ‘Rock Chalk Forever’ message while declaring for NBA draft A Troubling Trend Across the NBA The NBA has seen a disturbing rise in Achilles injuries, especially during the 2025 season. The playoffs alone featured multiple high-profile cases: Damian Lillard suffered a left achilles injury in the first round Jayson Tatum ruptured his right achilles in the second round Tyrese Haliburton tore his right achilles in Game 7 of the NBA Finals And it didn’t stop there.
During the regular season: James Wiseman Isaiah Jackson Dejounte Murray …all suffered achilles injuries as well. Most recently, Donte DiVincenzo ruptured his right achilles tendon on Saturday night, adding to a growing and concerning list. Oct 25, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Indiana Pacers center James Wiseman (11) looks to shoot the ball against Memphis Grizzlies guard John Konchar (46) during the second half at FedExForum.