All articles tagged with #meniscus tear
USC freshman Alijah Arenas, a highly-rated recruit and potential NBA prospect, is expected to miss the entire 2025-26 college basketball season due to a torn meniscus, after previously surviving a serious car accident.
Jared McCain of the Philadelphia 76ers has suffered a lateral meniscus tear in his left knee and will undergo surgery, leaving him out indefinitely. This injury adds to the Sixers' woes, as the team has been plagued by injuries, including Joel Embiid's fractured sinus. McCain's injury was unexpected, as he initially reported soreness after a game against the Indiana Pacers, where he also underwent concussion protocol following a fall. The Sixers' season continues to face significant challenges.
Minnesota Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns undergoes successful surgery for a meniscus tear in his left knee and will be reevaluated in four weeks, potentially returning for the Western Conference playoffs. The team is currently vying for the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, and Towns' absence has been felt, as the team's offensive efficiency drops significantly without him on the floor.
Sixers' Joel Embiid has been diagnosed with a displaced flap of the meniscus in his left knee, which may require rest and rehab or a procedure that could lead to an extended absence. The injury occurred during a game against the Warriors, and the team has been discussing the best course of action. Despite Embiid's absence, the Sixers managed to secure a win against the Jazz, but they face upcoming games without several key players due to various injuries.
Kawhi Leonard has a torn meniscus in his right knee, which he suffered during the Clippers' playoff series against the Suns. The medical staff decided to shut him down for the rest of the series. Leonard's recovery time from the injury is uncertain. This is the same knee where he suffered a partially torn ACL during the 2021 playoffs. The Clippers' disappointing playoff record, Leonard's injury history, and the financial restraints imposed by the new collective bargaining agreement make his long-term future in L.A. uncertain.