Thunder's Jalen Williams stretchered off court after horrific-looking leg injury
NBC Sports • • general
Key Points:
- Oklahoma City’s Jalen Williams suffered a severe leg injury during a game, requiring him to be taken off the court on a stretcher, raising concerns that his season may be over after just three games.
- The injury occurred late in the game during an aggressive drive to the rim, where Williams’ leg bent unnaturally after contact with two defenders, resulting in a Flagrant 1 foul called on Kris Dunn.
- The severity of the injury was evident from the shocked reactions of players from both teams, with many initially walking away before returning to support Williams.
- Thunder coach Mark Daigneault and teammate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander expressed emotional support, highlighting Williams’ love for the game and confidence in his potential recovery.
- Williams had been a key player for the Thunder, averaging 16.5 points per game this season after a previous hamstring injury limited his play last year, making his health crucial to the team’s title hopes.
