Nets may reconsider medical approach after Achilles injury study

The Brooklyn Nets are assessing their medical strategies following a recent study linking increased playing time to Achilles injuries among NBA players. The investigation highlights a noticeable rise in such injuries during the 2024-25 season, prompting teams, including the Nets, to re-evaluate player workload in light of these findings. Dr. John DiFiori, the NBA’s Director of Sports Medicine, cautioned about methodological shortcomings in the study but acknowledged ongoing efforts to understand these injuries better. The Nets last dealt with an Achilles injury on their roster in the 2019-20 season involving David Nwaba, as the franchise aims to improve performance after a 20-62 record last season. As offseason approaches, the organization may consider adjustments before training camp begins.

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