Grizzlies forward Clarke to avoid surgery on knee
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Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has opted for a non-surgical treatment and rehabilitation plan for a high-grade PCL sprain in his right knee, following a unanimous recommendation during consultations. He sustained the injury in a game against the Portland Trail Blazers and has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. This injury is notable as it marks his second significant lower-body setback, having previously torn his Achilles tendon last season. Clarke has two years left on his contract worth $25 million and aims to make a full recovery before the next season.
Brandon Clarke of the Memphis Grizzlies will undergo a non-operative treatment for his knee injury and is expected to fully recover before the next season.
After careful consultations, a unanimous decision steered away from surgery, allowing Clarke to begin rehabilitation following a high-grade PCL sprain in his right knee.
Clarke's knee injury (sustained against the Trail Blazers) marks the second significant lower-body injury he has faced, previously recovering from an Achilles tendon tear.
Despite his injuries, Clarke has shown resilience, having averaged 8.3 points and 5.1 rebounds in 64 games this season after recovering from his Achilles injury.
Read at ESPN.com
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