Pelicans Dejounte Murray Ruptured His Right Achilles Tendon Against Celtics
It was a very scary scene on Friday night. Especially, since non contact injuries can often turn out to be the worst. During the first quarter with about 4 minutes to go till the second; of a matchup between the Boston Celtics and New Orleans, the Pelicans lost one of their starters. And come Saturday morning the team provided an update. After examination, it was confirmed that the Pelicans Dejounte Murray ruptured his right Achilles tendon.
After going up for a shot, Murray landed, took a few awkward steps then sat on the ground. Dejounte struggled to his feet and painfully hobbled off the court. From there, he was helped to the locker room. Not long after the game’s conclusion, league sources told NBA reporter Chris B Haynes that, “New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray tore his Achilles and will miss the rest of the season.”
However, some 12 hours later a more detailed picture was painted by the Pelicans organization. The team released the following statement:
“The New Orleans Pelicans announced today that guard Dejounte Murray has been diagnosed with a ruptured right Achilles tendon. An MRI taken last night confirmed the injury, which occurred during the first quarter of last night’s game against the Boston Celtics.
Murray will miss the remainder of the season. Further updates will be provided appropriately.”
Pelicans Dejounte Murray Ruptured His Right Achilles Tendon Against Celtics
According to the Cleveland Clinic, “The Achilles tendon is a thick band of tissue that attaches your calf muscle to your heel bone. It is the largest and longest tendon in your body and is built to handle a lot of stress. But you can rupture your Achilles tendon under extreme stress — like during a a sudden start or stop, or if you fall. Sometimes it heals with rest and bracing, but many people need surgery to repair it. Full healing of a torn Achilles tendon typically takes about four to six months.”
We are sure that the Pelicans are going to ensure Murray receives only the best care. And will be on the road to recovery soon. Looking forward to seeing Dejounte back next season.
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