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New study links Achilles tears in NBA players to increased workload

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 2:13 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

New study links Achilles tears in NBA players to increased workload

Summary

A new medical study published today examines Achilles tear injuries in NBA players. The research indicates a correlation between higher minutes played in the 10 to 15 games prior to the injury and the occurrence of Achilles tears. Interestingly, no significant links were found between these injuries and factors such as player age, position, or early sport specialization. Further investigation into the injury patterns may help teams manage player workloads more effectively in the future.

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•Study reveals correlation between increased workload and Achilles injuries.
•Players averaged more minutes before sustaining tears than their season average.
•No links found to age, position, or early sport specialization.
•Findings may influence how teams manage player minutes.

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