Andrew Wiggins misses Warriors’ final game The reason for his absence has also become part of the most ridiculous injury list in the NBA. The striker pinched his index finger while closing the car door. The accident won’t keep him off the slopes for long. In fact, he worked out with the intention of playing against the Clippers, but the pain he was feeling prevented him from doing so.
It’s something that happens every day and is far from the most bizarre injury in NBA history. The truth is, there are all kinds of anecdotes. Some are funny, others are so serious that the protagonists retire. Here are some of them.
Jeremy Lin’s “Killer” badge
there was a time Jeremy Linhe spent some time in the NBA during his glory days. Knicks, with a badge that is both spectacular and dangerous.When he drives to the basket and Attack on Jared Bayless. Lin’s hair was sharp and stiff from the fixative he used, piercing his opponent’s eyes..
Charles Barkley puts lotion on his eyes
During the 1993-94 season, Charles Barkley, then-Suns star, went to an Eric Clapton concert.The light started to sting his eyes and he just wanted to relieve himself Slather on the moisturizer I always carry.damage to the cornea This caused him to miss one game.Barkley too He injured his shoulder while hugging Suns teammate Kevin Johnson.
Andrew Bynum, the Playboy Mansion, and Bowling
Andrew Bynum, Lakers centerHe was destined to write an era in the NBA, but his career ended due to knee problems when he first entered the NBA. He didn’t do his job. Instead of recovering well, He went on holiday to attend the Football World Cup in South Africa.This is also a A frequent visitor to the Playboy Mansion, he was seen carrying “Rabbit” on his shoulders.The last straw was when his injuries worsened play bowling.
michael jordan cigars
Even the best players of all time are not immune to ridiculous injuries.one of the passions Michael Jordan They were cigars, and one day they played a trick on him. He severed a tendon in his right index finger while using a cigar cutter.. It will take him six weeks to recover from the surgery.
Derrick Rose goes to bed with knife
Derrick Rose plays first season in NBA for Bulls, the elbow was cut. The team was surprised when he told what happened. He took an apple to bed, peeled it and left the knife beside him. Then he got up and got a bottle of water, He rested his elbows on the mattress and inserted it.. The huge wound required several stitches to close.
Dirk Nowitzki’s powerful stomp
Every player has his own ritual before a game.in Dirk Nowitzki is to put on his sneakers and give Stomp your feet hard to make sure your feet are secure. Before a game against the Wizards in 2001, he did what he always does, but no luck ankle tendon sprain. He was unable to compete that day.
Rajon Rondo jumping on a trampoline
Rajon Rondo, who was playing for the Celtics at the time, suffered a broken hand And unable to start the 14-15 season. First, he allegedly slipped in the shower.The real cause of the injury is Fell down, but he was on a trampoline for his son’s birthday.
Retired from carrying shopping bags
Steve Nash accelerates career with Lakers Recurrent back pain. When the point guard carried some shopping bags that caused him to relapse, his actions angered them and even led to his retirement.. He only played 15 games in the 13-14 season.
Gilbert Arenas Genital Hair Removal
In his first season in the NBA, Gilbert Arenas gets advice from Warriors veteran: shave his private parts. The point guard used his girlfriend’s clipper, but it was rusty and caused a lot of irritation in the area. The franchise doctor recommended a cream, It cut him across the crotch and caused a horrible sting.. He used pain relief spray to ease the pain for a month so he could train.
Blake Griffin punches prop man
January 2016, Blake Griffin fractures the fourth metacarpal of his right hand after punching Clippers prop Matias Testi several times They were at a bar in Toronto and were reportedly friends. The team suspended the player for four games. Due to the injury, he did not play again until early April.
Stoudemire hits fire extinguisher
Another punch.this time Amar’e Stoudemire, who hit the box glass containing a fire extinguisher during the 2012 playoffs. That’s the price he paid for his frustration after losing to the Heat.The worst thing is The injury he sustained prevented him from participating in the next game.. The guy from New York also lost, They ultimately lost the series 4-1.
Sprewell crashes into a yacht
And a fist that was scalding hot. Latrell Sprewell, the man who tried to strangle his coach PJ Carlesimo When he was with the Warriors, he threw a party on a yacht. Between the alcohol and the shaking, one guest started vomiting. The player became enraged and started arguing with the girl’s boyfriend.Once, he He threw a punch but missed.Sprewell did hit the wall of the yacht and broke his hand. The Knicks were fined $250,000.
game boy fans
Lionel Simmons, Kings rookie In 1991, he received hand-held gaming devicewhich was released two years ago. His addiction to machines left him with tendonitis in his wrists and forearms.which caused him to miss several games.
Muggsy Bogues Vicks Vaporub
Muggsy Boggs He only played in the first half against the Trail Blazers. point guard, then with the Raptors, Accidentally smoked Vicks Vaporub. Eucalyptus cream is often poured on the chest to clear the nasal passages when you have a cold. This caused a reaction and he was unable to continue playing.
Steve Blake and leak-proof nails
Steve Blake tore the sole of his foot In a surprising way. Lakers point guard steps on a leak-proof cleat Police usually set up checkpoints of this type so that no vehicle is missed.
Vladimir Radmanovich, snowboarding
the first thing he said Vladimir Radmanovic joins Lakers He slipped on a patch of ice when a dislocated shoulder developed. In fact, as he later admitted, He was injured in a fall while skiing at a Utah ski resort..
Ice pack took away BJ Tyler
Finally, between legend and reality. BJ Taylor He is an excellent point guard who played one season for the 76ers. The team included him in the expansion draft before the Raptors and Grizzlies (then in Vancouver) were formed. Toronto selected him as Damon Stoudemire’s backup. But Taylor never made his debut or played in the NBA. To relieve the discomfort in his knee, he applied an ice pack to his knee and fell asleep. The long-term effects of the cold caused irreversible damage to some nerves in his knees, forcing him to retire..