NBA finds no link between Achilles tears and minutes played

The NBA announced it found no correlation between Achilles tendon injuries and minutes played by players. Dr. John DiFiori, the league's Director of Sports Medicine, stated that a comprehensive analysis of league data, spanning from the 2012-13 season to the present, shows no relationship. This research involved independent epidemiologists and a review of existing literature, which the NBA claims has methodological issues. The league emphasized its commitment to ongoing research for improving player health and preventing injuries.

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