Tencent Sports, June 20 - According to the San Francisco Chronicle, Warrior star Cray Thompson has not yet had an operation. It is expected that when the swelling of his left knee subsides, he will have an operation in Los Angeles. [Focus on NBA Dynamics]
Thompson was injured in Game 6 of this season's finals. When there were 2:22 seconds left in the third quarter of the game, he was fouled by Danny Green in his counter attack dunk, which resulted in the tearing of the anterior cruciate ligament of his left knee.
Thompson has not had an operation yet. It is expected that when the swelling of his left knee subsides, he will have an operation in Los Angeles. According to previous media reports, Thompson may be injured until February or March next year.
Cruciate ligament tear is a very serious injury. The American media Hoopsrumors pointed out in a report on April 21 last year that between 1970 and 1990, a total of 18 players suffered from anterior cruciate ligament tear, of which 8 players only played three or less seasons after returning. The players who never came back due to torn anterior cruciate ligament include "Birdman" Chris Anderson, Hall of Famer Billy Corningham, and the No. 1 player in 1973, Doug Collins.
The players whose career has been shortened due to the tear of the anterior cruciate ligament are: Nate Robinson (2 seasons), JJ Hickson (1 season), Eric Meno (2 seasons), Brandon Rush (4 seasons), Oseus Jefferson (1 season), Leonardo Barbosa (3 seasons) Michael Reid (1 season), Josh Howard (3 seasons), etc.
For Thompson, this summer will be a crucial and busy summer. In addition to recuperating from injuries, he will also face the problem of renewing his contract with Warriors or choosing a new owner. At the same time, he will also participate in the movie "Space Slam Dunk 2" starring LeBron James.
Thompson, 29, has been playing for the Warriors since he entered the league in 2011. Thompson has played 615 regular season games in his career so far. During the 33.1 minute playing time, he can get 19.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists. His shooting percentage is 45.9% and three-point shooting percentage is 41.9%.
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