Injuries Plague NBA Teams Early in Season
Injuries Plague NBA Teams Early in Season

Injuries Plague NBA Teams Early in Season

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The Houston Rockets are grappling with significant injuries, particularly to forward Tari Eason, who has missed eight games due to ongoing issues with his surgically repaired leg, and Jabari Smith Jr., who broke his left hand and is expected to be sidelined for 4-8 weeks. Across the league, the Indiana Pacers are also suffering from injuries, having lost key players early in the season, and face uncertainty with Bradley Beal's questionable status for an upcoming game against them. The New Orleans Pelicans, with the worst record in the NBA at 5-28, are contemplating a roster overhaul centered around trading Brandon Ingram, who is recovering from an ankle injury. Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns, initially seen as championship contenders, have fallen to 11th in the Western Conference due to injuries to stars like Durant, Beal, and Booker, leading to a three-game losing streak and concerns about missing the playoffs. With the trade deadline approaching on February 6, teams like the Pelicans and Suns may be forced to make significant roster changes if they cannot improve their situations quickly.

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