It was a heartbreaking night for basketball fans when two of the NBA’s top rookies, Brandon Henderson and De’Andre Thompson, suffered injuries in a summer league game. Henderson, a guard for the New York Knicks, and Thompson, a forward for the Los Angeles Lakers, both went down with injuries during the game.
Henderson suffered a sprained ankle after landing awkwardly on a drive to the basket. He was taken to the locker room for further evaluation and did not return to the game. Thompson, meanwhile, suffered a knee injury after colliding with another player while going for a rebound. He was also taken to the locker room and did not return to the game.
The injuries to both players are a major blow to their respective teams. Henderson was expected to be an important part of the Knicks’ rotation this season, while Thompson was expected to be a key contributor for the Lakers. Both players have been working hard in the summer league to prove themselves and earn playing time in the regular season.
The injuries are also a reminder of how quickly things can change in the NBA. Injuries can derail a player’s season, and even their career, in an instant. It is a reminder of why teams must always be prepared with depth at every position.
The good news is that neither Henderson nor Thompson’s injuries appear to be serious. Both players are expected to make a full recovery and be ready for the start of the regular season. Until then, all basketball fans can do is hope for a speedy recovery for both players and wish them well.
