Trail Blazers Guard Out For Six Months With Torn Meniscus
Summary
Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe injured his right knee with a torn meniscus and will be out for six months. This injury happened during an offseason workout, causing him to miss the start of the upcoming NBA season.Key Facts
- Shaedon Sharpe tore the meniscus in his right knee and will miss about six months.
- The injury occurred during an offseason workout.
- Sharpe was drafted by the Trail Blazers in 2022 as the 7th overall pick from Kentucky.
- He signed a four-year, $90 million contract extension last year.
- Last season, he averaged 20.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in nearly 30 minutes per game.
- Sharpe has had several previous injuries, including a stress fracture and finger, groin, and abdominal injuries.
- The Trail Blazers begin their preseason on October 7 and their regular season on October 21.
- Sharpe will miss the start of the season because of his knee injury.
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