Jalen Brunson announced he is fully cleared for training camp after undergoing wrist surgery in July. The reigning Finals MVP averaged 26.0 points and 6.8 assists last season while leading New York to its first title sin…
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This week in Injuries · updated Sun Sep 20 2026
This week in basketball injuries, two contrasting developments emerged. De'Anthony Melton of the Golden State Warriors has fully recovered from his injury and is poised for an expanded offensive role, potentially taking on more playmaking duties due to the team's ongoing injury issues, making his readiness a key factor for the fall. Conversely, Australian forward Alanna Smith will miss the remainder of the FIBA World Cup after sustaining a lower leg injury during the first half against Puerto Rico. Her absence complicates Australia's must-win matchup against Italy and also impacts her WNBA team, the Dallas Wings, who have four games remaining in their season.
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Brunson Gets Full Clearance for Knicks Camp
Warriors Guard Melton Ready for Expanded Role After Injury Recovery
De'Anthony Melton adapted to a larger offensive role during a turbulent 2025-26 season with Golden State. He is now fully healthy and may need to handle more playmaking duties given the team's injury issues. The guard's …
Australia's Alanna Smith Sidelined for Rest of FIBA World Cup with Leg Injury
Australian forward Alanna Smith will miss the remainder of the FIBA World Cup after suffering a lower leg injury in the first half against Puerto Rico. Australia faces a must-win game against Italy to advance to the quar…