Jusuf Nurkic's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Basketball
Jusuf Nurkic's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
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| Fractures | Left Leg | 2019-03-24 | Compound fractures of the tibia and fibula. | Nurkic was immediately taken off the court and transported to the hospital where he underwent surgery for his compound fractures. This was a significant injury that required a long recovery period. | During a game against the Brooklyn Nets, Nurkic landed awkwardly after attempting a rebound, resulting in a severe leg injury. | 16 months | Extensive physical therapy and gradual return to basketball activities. | Missed the remainder of the 2018-2019 season and the entire 2019-2020 season. | Reported feelings of frustration and anxiety about returning to peak performance. | No previous significant leg injuries reported. | 2020-07-31 | Severe | Surgical intervention followed by physical therapy. | Portland Trail Blazers medical team and orthopedic specialists. | Potential for future complications and a cautious approach to physical exertion. | Strengthening exercises and careful monitoring. | Entire 2019-2020 NBA season. | Severe pain and inability to bear weight on the leg. | Moderate; ongoing monitoring required. | Team support, family, and sports psychologists. | Portland Trail Blazers training facility. |
| Fractures | Right Wrist | 2021-01-14 | Fractured right wrist. | Nurkic collided with an opposing player, causing a fracture in his right wrist. He was immediately taken out of the game and later underwent surgery. | Suffered a fracture in his wrist during a game against the Indiana Pacers. | 8 weeks | Surgery followed by immobilization and physical therapy. | Missed 8 weeks of the regular season. | Challenging period due to consecutive injuries. | Previous leg fracture but no prior wrist injuries. | 2021-03-12 | Severe | Surgical intervention followed by rehabilitation. | Portland Trail Blazers medical team and orthopedic specialists. | Potential for reduced wrist flexibility. | Wrist strengthening exercises and protective gear. | 8 weeks of the regular season. | Severe pain and swelling in the wrist. | Moderate; ongoing monitoring required. | Team support, family, and sports psychologists. | Portland Trail Blazers training facility. |
| Sprains | Right Ankle | 2017-03-27 | Moderate ankle sprain. | Nurkic rolled his ankle after landing on another player's foot. He was helped off the court and did not return to the game. | Twisted his ankle during a game against the Denver Nuggets. | 3 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE) method, and gradual return to activity. | Missed a few games towards the end of the regular season. | Minor frustration due to the timing of the injury. | No significant ankle injuries reported prior. | 2017-04-18 | Moderate | Conservative treatment with physical therapy. | Portland Trail Blazers medical team. | None significant reported. | Ankle strengthening exercises and wearing supportive footwear. | A few regular-season games. | Pain and swelling in the ankle. | Low to moderate. | Team medical staff and trainers. | Portland Trail Blazers training facility. |
| Strains | Left Calf | 2021-01-13 | Mild calf strain. | Nurkic experienced tightness and discomfort in his left calf during the game and was subsequently taken out as a precaution. | Strained his calf during a game against the Indiana Pacers. | 2 weeks | Rest and gradual reintroduction to physical activity. | Missed a few games but returned quickly. | Minimal impact; focused on recovery. | No prior calf injuries reported. | 2021-01-28 | Mild | Rest and physical therapy. | Portland Trail Blazers medical team. | None significant reported. | Proper warm-up and conditioning. | A few regular-season games. | Tightness and discomfort in the calf. | Low. | Team medical staff and trainers. | Portland Trail Blazers training facility. |
Jusuf Nurkic's Sports Injuries Videos
Jusuf Nurkic Suffers Gruesome Broken Leg Injury in Double Overtime | TRAIL BLAZERS vs. NETS | 3.25.2019
Jusuf Nurkic lands awkwardly on his leg and suffers a severe lower leg injury. As he lays in considerable pain, teammates and staff rush to assist him. The medical team wraps his left leg with an inflatable cast, and the atmosphere is filled with shock and concern. Nurkic, a key player for Portland, has been an incredible story since joining the team, making his injury all the more devastating.
Jusuf Nurkic suffers a serious leg injury in the Blazers' 2OT win vs. the Nets | NBA Highlights
The Brooklyn Nets and the Portland Trail Blazers faced off in Portland, Oregon. The game was intense, with both teams exchanging leads. Lillard made crucial plays, including a corner three and a layup. Despite Brooklyn's efforts, including a strong performance by D'Angelo Russell, the game went into double overtime. Portland overcame a significant deficit, and Yusuf Nurkic suffered a serious injury, requiring a stretcher. The Blazers ultimately won with a final score of 148-144.
