The Joker sidelined: What a hyperextension injury means for the superstar center
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Dr. Forrest Anderson, orthopedic specialist at HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge, explained that this is a common injury for basketball players, as Nuggets player Cam Johnson currently has the same injury.
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The player may return for this weekend's game.
January 20, 2026
Doctors say it's not uncommon for people to briefly continue walking and even running after this type of injury.