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Clippers forward Brandon Ingram out after Achilles surgery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 2:07 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Clippers forward Brandon Ingram out after Achilles surgery

Summary

Brandon Ingram of the Clippers will miss the start of the NBA season following surgery that revealed a partially torn Achilles tendon. The injury was discovered during heel surgery in May, which was previously undisclosed. The team is currently evaluating Ingram's recovery timeline, with no specific date for his return provided. Interim president of basketball operations Trent Redden indicated that recovery from a partially torn Achilles tends to be quicker than for a fully torn Achilles. Ingram had previously suffered pain during the season while with the Raptors and underwent surgery after the playoffs.

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By the Numbers

•Ingram found to have a partially torn Achilles during heel surgery.
•No specific return date has been established.
•Clippers' interim president noted a shorter recovery period.
•Ingram dealt with pain throughout last season with the Raptors.
•He was traded to the Clippers earlier this month.

Latest Updates

6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Clippers Announce Concerning Brandon Ingram Injury Update
2:07 AMYahoo Sports — Clippers’ Brandon Ingram to miss start of season after surgery revealed partially torn Achilles

What they're saying

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Brandon Ingram won’t be available for the start of the season, the Clippers announced. The team discovered a partially torn Achilles tendon in Ingram’s foot during his heel surgery in...
— Yahoo Sports