NBA Rumors: Jazz's Taylor Hendricks Out for Season After Gruesome Leg Injury
Jazz forward suffers a compound fracture in his right leg
Injury occurred during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers
The Utah Jazz have been dealt a major blow with the news that forward Taylor Hendricks is out for the season with a gruesome leg injury.
The injury occurred during the Jazz's game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. According to ESPN, Hendricks went up for a layup and came down awkwardly on his right leg. The impact caused a compound fracture, in which the bone broke through the skin.
Hendricks was stretchered off the court and taken to a local hospital, where he underwent surgery. The Jazz announced that he will miss the rest of the season.
The loss of Hendricks is a huge blow to the Jazz, who are currently fighting for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. Hendricks is averaging 12.5 points and 6.3 rebounds per game this season.
The Jazz will now have to find a way to replace Hendricks' production, which will be difficult. The team does not have a lot of depth at the forward position, and they may have to make a trade to fill the void.
Hendricks' injury is a reminder of the dangers of playing basketball
According to the Mayo Clinic, basketball is a high-impact sport that can put a lot of stress on the body. Injuries are common, and they can range from minor sprains and strains to more serious injuries like fractures and dislocations.
Hendricks' injury is a reminder that even the most skilled players are not immune to injury. It is important for all basketball players to take precautions to protect themselves from injury, such as wearing proper footwear and warming up before playing.
The Jazz will need to find a way to replace Hendricks' production
The Jazz will now have to find a way to replace Hendricks' production on the court. The team does not have a lot of depth at the forward position, so they may have to make a trade to fill the void.
Some potential trade targets for the Jazz include:
- Lauri Markkanen (Chicago Bulls)
- Jerami Grant (Portland Trail Blazers)
- Kevin Love (Cleveland Cavaliers)
Trading for one of these players would give the Jazz a much-needed boost at the forward position. However, it is important to note that all three players are under contract for next season, so the Jazz would have to give up some valuable assets to acquire them.
