NBA finds no link between Achilles tears and minutes played
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:47 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
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.
- •NBA conducted extensive research on Achilles tendon injuries
- •Data reviewed included seasons from 2012-13 to present
- •Independent experts were involved in the analysis
- •NBA disputes claims made in a recent paper on the topic
- •The league aims to enhance player health and performance
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