5 injury-prone players of all-time

Injuries are an inevitable aspect of sports, and professional basketball is no exception, with fans witnessing countless players suffer crippling injuries year after year.

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Paul has been plagued by various injuries, notably hamstring issues, during crucial games, including the 2015 playoffs and the 2018 Western Finals, resulting in devastating losses.

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Injuries have been a persistent challenge for Dwyane Wade since he joined the NBA, causing missed games and surgeries that have impacted his performance and health.

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Joel Embiid's imposing figure belies his injury-prone nature, having missed two seasons due to foot injury. Last season, an injury cost him the MVP award, while a torn meniscus affected his playoff performance.

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Kyrie Irving's injury-riddled history began in college, playing just 11 games for Duke. In his NBA career, he's yet to complete a full season, having surgeries for shoulder and knee injuries.

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Anthony Davis has battled injuries throughout his career, playing just 36 games last season and missing playoff games due to various injuries like ankle, adductor, heel, and calf.

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5 injury-prone players of all-time

Injuries are an inevitable aspect of sports, and professional basketball is no exception, with fans witnessing countless players suffer crippling injuries year after year.

Paul has been plagued by various injuries, notably hamstring issues, during crucial games, including the 2015 playoffs and the 2018 Western Finals, resulting in devastating losses.

chris paul

Injuries have been a persistent challenge for Dwyane Wade since he joined the NBA, causing missed games and surgeries that have impacted his performance and health.

Dwyane Wade

Joel Embiid's imposing figure belies his injury-prone nature, having missed two seasons due to foot injury. Last season, an injury cost him the MVP award, while a torn meniscus affected his playoff performance.

joel embiid

Kyrie Irving's injury-riddled history began in college, playing just 11 games for Duke. In his NBA career, he's yet to complete a full season, having surgeries for shoulder and knee injuries.

kyrie irving

Anthony Davis has battled injuries throughout his career, playing just 36 games last season and missing playoff games due to various injuries like ankle, adductor, heel, and calf.

anthony davis

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