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- There have been updates indicating a serious lower-leg injury, with reports at the time suggesting a torn left Achilles tendon, which would sideline him for the season and require a lengthy rehab.[1][2][3]
- Subsequent reporting reinforced the diagnosis of an Achilles tear, meaning he would miss the remainder of the playoffs and likely a substantial portion of next season as he rehabs.[4][1]
- By late 2025 and into 2026, new reporting noted surgery and a lengthy recovery timeline, with ongoing uncertainty about when he’ll return to game action.[5][9]
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