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During the Utah Jazz’s game against the Dallas Mavericks, second-year forward Taylor Hendricks suffered a gruesome leg injury that left fans and teammates in shock.
The injury occurred in the third quarter when Hendricks was running down the court without any contact and suddenly fell to the floor, his right leg twisted in an unnatural direction.
oh man. prayers up for Taylor Hendricks 🙏
never want to see this happen to anyone. pic.twitter.com/n3acZSMuxO
— NBA Memes (@NBAMemes) October 29, 2024
Medical staff quickly attended to Hendricks, who was visibly in pain, and he was taken off the court on a stretcher. The Jazz later announced that Hendricks had suffered a fractured right fibula and a dislocated ankle. The timeline for his recovery is still uncertain, but it is expected that he will be out for a significant period.
How does such a traumatic injury happen from just running down the court? Learning points on Taylor Hendricks ankle injury pic.twitter.com/B9TQy8VGIR
— Brian Sutterer MD (@BrianSuttererMD) October 29, 2024
Hendricks, who had been making a strong impression in his second season, had started all three games for the Jazz this season. He had been averaging six points, six rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game, showcasing his defensive prowess and potential as a valuable asset for the team.
The Jazz’s coach, Will Hardy, expressed his concern for Hendricks, emphasizing the importance of focusing on his health and keeping his spirits up during the recovery process. Teammate Lauri Markkanen also shared his thoughts, describing the injury as “super unfortunate” and highlighting Hendricks’ dedication and hard work.
