All articles tagged with #ankle sprain
Seahawks rookie Nick Emmanwori rolled his ankle in Wednesday’s practice with a low ankle sprain, but Seattle coach Mike Macdonald said the second-round safety is on track to play in Super Bowl LX against the Patriots, taking part in a walkthrough and with a cautious plan to keep him healthy for Sunday; Emmanwori expressed confidence he’ll be ready to go.
Seahawks rookie safety Nick Emmanwori sprained his ankle during San Jose practice while Seattle prepared for the Super Bowl against New England; he walked off on his own, underwent evaluation and participated in a walkthrough, with coaches saying he should be ready for Sunday but that the team will be cautious. Emmanwori appeared in 14 regular-season games and has contributed in the playoffs.
Dallas rookie Cooper Flagg left the Mavericks’ game against Denver in the second quarter with a sprained left ankle and did not return for the second half; he had earlier injured the same ankle two nights prior and scored 27 in a win over Brooklyn. Dallas was already dealing with injuries to frontcourt players, with Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II out, and center Daniel Gafford leaving later in the game with a right ankle sprain.
Puka Nacua, a key receiver for the Rams, is likely to miss their Week 7 game against the Jaguars in London due to an ankle sprain sustained during a game against the Ravens. His injury may only cause him to miss one game, with a potential return after the Rams' bye week before facing the Saints.
Dallas Cowboys rookie Tyler Booker is likely to be placed on injured reserve due to a high ankle sprain sustained in a game, which will sideline him for at least four weeks, adding to the team's injury woes alongside CeeDee Lamb and others.
Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb will miss some time due to a high ankle sprain sustained in Week 3, prompting the team to rely on other players like George Pickens and Jalen Tolbert to step up in his absence, as they prepare to face the Packers' strong defense.
Yordan Alvarez of the Houston Astros is being evaluated with an MRI after injuring his ankle during a game, which could impact the team's lineup as they compete for a playoff spot. Alvarez, who recently returned from a hand injury, has been performing well but his injury may lead to increased playing time for other players like Jesús Sánchez and Zach Cole.
J.J. McCarthy is not expected to play in Week 3 for the Vikings due to an ankle sprain, with Carson Wentz set to start and Max Brosmer as his backup.
The San Diego Padres placed outfielder Jackson Merrill on the 10-day injured list due to a left ankle sprain, which has limited his play this season. Merrill, a promising young player with a strong rookie year, has seen his performance decline this year, and the team hopes rest will help him recover for the postseason. Ramon Laureano has been filling in for Merrill in center field, and the Padres are considering their next roster move as they prepare for the final stretch of the season.
Houston Cougars' star guard Jamal Shead suffered a badly sprained right ankle in the first half of the Sweet 16 game against Duke, with X-rays coming back negative. Despite attempting to return with his ankle retaped, Shead was unable to continue playing and watched from the bench as Houston lost 54-51. Shead, the Big 12 player of the year and a first-team All-American, played 13 minutes and scored two points before the injury.
Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry will miss Saturday's game against the San Antonio Spurs and be reevaluated for a Tuesday return after an MRI on his right ankle showed no ligament or tissue damage. Curry's history of ankle injuries dates back to his rookie season, and the team has struggled without him this season. The Warriors currently sit 10th in the Western Conference, just a half-game back of the ninth-place Los Angeles Lakers. Curry's absence will test the team's depth, but teammate Klay Thompson expressed confidence in the team's ability to perform without him.
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry is not expected to miss much time after an MRI on his right ankle returned clean following a home loss to the Chicago Bulls. There's optimism he will only be sidelined for one or two games, and the team will await a timeline for his return based on his progress in the next few days. Curry has a history of ankle injuries, but the MRI ruled out ligament and tissue damage or a fracture. The Warriors are 0-3 without him this season and currently sit ninth in the Western Conference.
San Antonio Spurs' rookie center Victor Wembanyama sustained a right ankle sprain during Tuesday's game against the Houston Rockets and will not play in the upcoming game against the Sacramento Kings. This will mark his seventh absence this season. Despite the injury, Wembanyama has been a standout player, leading the NBA in blocks and being a strong contender for Rookie of the Year.
Cleveland Cavaliers' starting forward Evan Mobley is expected to miss significant time due to a sprained left ankle suffered during a game against the Boston Celtics. The team is awaiting the swelling to subside for an official timeline, but sources indicate that he will be out for an extended period. This adds to the Cavs' injury troubles as they are already without starters Donovan Mitchell and Max Strus, leaving them shorthanded as they compete for a higher position in the Eastern Conference standings.
Nuggets guard Jamal Murray left the game against Miami with a right ankle sprain and is uncertain for Saturday's game against the Lakers. However, even if he returns, he will no longer be eligible for end-of-season awards due to the NBA's 65-game rule. This rule requires players to meet specific game time criteria, and Murray's injury has caused him to fall short. Despite the setback, he remains a key player for the Nuggets and may still qualify for a super-max contract in the future.