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Check out the latest medical updates and the most updated information on the progress of JaMychal Green, Ben McLemore and Wayne Selden from the Memphis Grizzlies as of Tuesday, October 31, 2017.

JaMychal Green - On Opening Night JaMychal Green suffered a sprain of his left foot/ankle. He is progressing well and continuing his rehab currently, while also beginning light court work. He is expected to return to game action in approximately two weeks.

Ben McLemore – Ben McLemore is continuing to rehab the fracture of his right fifth metatarsal and has returned to full practice, including contact drills. He is expected to return to game action in approximately two weeks.

Wayne Selden – Wayne Selden is continuing to progress as he rehabs his right quad tendinopathy. He is progressing back into limited practice activities and his status remains day-to-day.

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Grizzlies Injury Update 10/31/17

Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace announced that guard Ben McLemore has been diagnosed with a non-displaced fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot. The injury occurred when he landed on another player’s foot after driving to the basket during a pick-up game in Los Angeles.

McLemore underwent successful surgery and will be out an estimated 12 weeks. He is expected to make a full recovery.

Michael Wallace on Grizzlies free-agent pickup Ben McLemore sidelined by foot surgery

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Ben McLemore injury update

Michael Wallace Grind Cit

MEMPHIS –  It’s simply another tough break for the Memphis Grizzlies.

There’s no other way to frame this one. It’s literally a tough break with news that shooting guard Ben McLemore, the Grizzlies’ top free-agent acquisition this summer, underwent successful surgery Tuesday after being diagnosed with a non-displaced fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot during an offseason training session late last week in California.

According to team officials, McLemore was playing in a pick-up game when he inadvertently stepped on another player’s foot. In other words, McLemore was doing his normal preparation to get himself ready for training camp workouts. It’s a freak incident that could have happened to any NBA player on any team’s roster.

It’s just a shame it seems to keep freaking happening to the Grizzlies.

McLemore’s fracture is literally a tough break for Memphis. That’s also the case figuratively, because it’s yet another example of hope absorbing a left hook to the gut before the Grizzlies could collectively gather themselves to start a fair fight. McLemore is expected to miss about three months to recover, but team officials are confident he will make a full recovery and indicate his status will be reevaluated entering the regular season.

Unfortunately, this shifts the narrative again. Instead of examining how Memphis has reloaded and reshuffled the supporting cast around catalysts Mike Conley and Marc Gasol, the focus will be on another rehab that sidelines a prominent rotation player when training camp opens late next month.

It should. A year ago, it was Chandler Parsons who arrived in free agency as the shiny new rotation upgrade after signing a four-year, $94 million contract. The difference then, though, was the Grizzlies knew – to an extent – there would be limitations as Parsons worked his way back from knee problems.

Parsons never really got going last season and stumbled between progress with one knee and setbacks with the other before he was shut down in March to have his third knee procedure in as many years. And two years ago along this same stretch in the 2015 offseason, incoming first-round draft pick Jarell Martin fractured his foot in a workout that derailed much of his rookie season.

McLemore, a 24-year-old former lottery pick in Sacramento, signed a two-year, $10.7 million contract with Memphis to bring shooting, youth and athleticism to the wing rotation. He’s still expected to add those dynamics. Eventually. Exactly when won’t be known until he makes a full recovery, which the team expects.

It’s been an offseason of transition for the Grizzlies on the perimeter, where 40-year-old Vince Carter departed in free agency to Sacramento and 35-year-old Tony Allen remains a free agent. Forward and fan favorite Zach Randolph also departed in free agency for a two-year deal with the Kings.

McLemore was a top target for the Grizzlies, who also added former University of Memphis star and veteran guard Tyreke Evans to restock the perimeter. The team also brought back popular combo guard Mario Chalmers on a partially-guaranteed deal.

But all three players are now linked by a recent injury history that tempers some of the enthusiasm that otherwise would have unequivocally accompanied their acquisitions.

Chalmers, who had an immediate impact in Memphis when he arrived two years ago in a trade from Miami, missed all of last season to recover from a torn Achilles. Evans has career averages of 16.1 points, 5.1 assists and 4.8 rebounds over nine seasons, but has been limited to a total of just 65 games over the past two seasons. McLemore, an ironman who didn’t miss a game through his first two NBA seasons, has battled nagging injuries, coaching changes and confidence issues the past two years.

The Grizzlies will regroup in the interim. This further fast-tracks the development of Wayne Selden Jr. at shooting guard on the heels of his breakout performance in last month’s Las Vegas Summer League. This also potentially pushes Troy Daniels and James Ennis into more prominent roles entering camp.

Memphis is already beyond 15 partial or fully-guaranteed contracts on the roster. So, barring a trade, it reduces the chances that another prominent outside free agent will be added to the mix to anything other than a make-good training camp invite.

But there are options. And there remains hope.

The Grizzlies and McLemore can regain their footing from this latest setback.

They just can’t afford another unfortunate misstep.

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Grizzlies free-agent pickup Ben McLemore sidelined by foot surgery

Check out the latest medical updates from the Memphis Grizzlies as of Sunday, November 20, 2016.

Brandon Wright - Wright has begun his rehab process following arthroscopic ankle surgery, Nov. 14 and is progressing well. There is currently no timetable for his return to play. Read more on Brandon here.

Tony Allen - Allen suffered a mild re-aggravation of his right groin during last night’s game, Nov. 19 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.  Allen originally injured his groin on Nov. 7 and and is currently listed as questionable for tomorrow's contest versus Charlotte. He will be listed as day to day.

Chandler Parsons - Parsons was diagnosed with a left knee bone bruise following the game against the Dallas Mavericks, Nov. 18. Note that this is not the same knee that was previously surgically repaired.  He is currently listed as out for tomorrow's contest vs. Charlotte. He will be re-evaluated in 2 weeks and an update will be provided at that time.

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Grizzlies injury updates - 11/20/16

With Opening Night this Wednesday, Grizzlies.com checked in with a few Grizzlies players to get a status update on their rehab process and availability for the opener against Minnesota.

Daniels suffered a left knee sprain during the preseason, but is progressing well and has returned to practice fully. He will officially be listed as probable for Wednesday night’s opener against Minnesota.

Allen had been experiencing soreness in his right knee during the preseason, but is progressing well and has returned to practice. He will officially be listed as questionable for Wednesday night’s opener against Minnesota.

Martin has had inflammation of the plantar fascia in his right foot, but is progressing after returning to limited participation in practice.  He will officially be listed as questionable to play in Wednesday night’s opener against Minnesota.

Parsons has been a limited participant in practices recently rehabbing from right knee surgery, increasing his load gradually. He will officially be listed as out for Wednesday night’s opener against Minnesota. He will be listed as day-to-day moving forward.

Wright has been experiencing posterior tibialis tendinopathy and has not been an active participant in practices recently. He will officially be listed as out for Wednesday night’s opener against Minnesota. He will be reevaluated in 10 days and there is currently no timetable for his return.

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Memphis Grizzlies Injury Updates 10.25.16

With the offseason quickly coming to an end, Grizzlies.com checked in with a few Grizzlies players to get a status update on their rehab in advance of next week’s training camp in Memphis.

According to General Manager Chris Wallace, “All of these players will play a key role in the level of success we are able to achieve this upcoming season and we are thrilled that the majority have been fully cleared to participate in all basketball activities heading into training camp. Our goal as a franchise is obviously to start the season off strong and finish even stronger. Ownership, led by Robert Pera, has provided our players with a world-class medical and training staff, and our organization will continue to utilize a smart approach to the season to achieve our ultimate goal of winning an NBA Championship.”

Gasol has been cleared to resume full court activities heading into training camp and the preseason. He originally suffered a non-displaced Type II fracture of the navicular bone in his right foot on February 8, 2016. He underwent surgery to repair the injury on February 20, 2016. He went through his rehab protocol and directed court progressions in both Spain and Memphis throughout the offseason under the direction of his doctors. The navicular bone in his right foot is now fully healed and he has been in Memphis since the beginning of September increasing his court workload and participating in limited basketball activities.

Gasol was asked about his summer of rehab: “It was long. Long and boring. Obviously, we started the progression with the National Team and we didn’t quite make it on time so we had to – not step back – but step aside and continue the progression on our own and on a different level obviously. Everything has worked out for the best and everything is behind me. It was a really bad memory that actually has made me a better player.”

“I feel really good, lots of energy,” Gasol further explained. “Obviously I miss the game a lot. I want to play. I want to compete, and the one thing on my mind is to win, and try to lead this group of guys to the championship. That’s the only thing that I care about, knowing that my body is able to do that, and I’m confident. The doctors and everyone think my body’s going to hold up tremendously - even better than before the injury. That gives me a lot of confidence to do that.”

Gasol added some thoughts on new Head Coach David Fizdale. “Watching some tape from the system that he’s been on, by talking to him during the summer and seeing the things that he wants me to do obviously, it’s going to present different challenges, and I’m always looking forward to that. I’m looking forward to expanding my game, to be a better player. That’s probably the key to all this. It’s always to be prepared – to have your toolbox full so when coach asks you to do something different, you have it right there in your hand. You always want to work on all the little things that you can so you are prepared.”

Conley has been cleared to resume full court activities heading into training camp and the preseason. He suffered from Achilles tendonitis in his left foot throughout the end of the 2015-16 regular season, last playing in a game on March 6 against Phoenix. He went through extensive rehab this summer in Columbus and Memphis. The Achilles is now fully healed.

“Rehab went well. It was very tedious and I had to take baby steps every month, but it got better and better,” Conley said. “Right now I’m at 100 percent. The Achilles is feeling great. I’m just trying to get the body back in shape, I haven’t played in a long time. I’m looking forward to getting back out there with the guys.  I think we’re going to obviously monitor all of our guys who have had injuries in the past just to make sure that we’re doing the right things for our bodies going forward for the long season.”

Conley went on. “I’m very excited to play for Coach Fizdale and all of the new coaches. They have brought a new mentality to our team. We’re looking forward to getting things going.”

Parsons has been going through his rehab in Dallas and Los Angeles this offseason and progressing as expected. He suffered a medial meniscus tear in his right knee on March 18, 2016 and underwent arthroscopic surgery to repair the tear on March 25, 2016. He is participating in limited court activity. He will be limited heading into training camp and the preseason and will be reevaluated weekly.

“It was a big summer for me. I really locked in on my diet this summer. I did the whole blood type diets where you really cut back with no dairy, no alcohol and no gluten for two straight months,” explained Parsons. “I really got lean and my knee has been responding really well to that. There’s no swelling, no pain. I have been progressing every week, doing more and more. Starting off with the bike, then the elliptical, then the pool workouts, and now I’m pretty much on the court, more lifting weights, box jumps, different kinds of agility stuff. I’m building up that strength and getting more comfortable with it.”

Parsons went on to stress how excited he is for the upcoming season. “It’s going to be fun. Obviously, with the roster that they have now, I think I’m a perfect fit for the style of play, the culture. Coach Fizdale’s system, he has groomed some really good wings in this league. Having someone that is young, fun, excited and new to the city just as I am, and someone like J.B. Bickerstaff that I had a close relationship with in Houston, is awesome.”

Wright has been cleared to resume full court activities heading into training camp and the preseason. He suffered a sprained right MCL on February 27, 2016. He has been rehabbing all summer in Nashville and is back at full strength.

“I did a lot of rehab getting my knee back in order and all of the muscles around it,” said Wright. “I’m feeling good and trending upward. I’m looking forward to (training) camp and getting ready to go. I’ll be on the court for training camp. Obviously with any injury, you don’t want to spike too early. We’ll work our way into it, but I’ll be a full go. I’m ready for it and looking forward to it.”

Martin has been cleared to resume full court activities heading into training camp and the preseason. He underwent a procedure to alleviate left foot soreness on April 22, 2016. He went through extensive rehab this summer in Memphis and his foot is now healed.

“My summer has been going really well. I’ve been going to the gym four days out of the week putting in a lot of work,” explained Martin. “Rehab has been going great and my foot feels 100 percent so everything is on track right now. I rehabbed right here in Memphis, staying close to the team and the organization. I’ll be good and ready to be out there come training camp.”

Davis is improving having battled through plantar fasciitis in his left foot this offseason, originally announced on July 6, 2016. He will be limited heading into training camp and the preseason and will be reevaluated weekly.

“I’m feeling great,” Davis said. “I’m taking this process one step at a time, trying to rest my foot and I’m looking forward to a great season.”

Adams underwent cartilage transplant surgery in his right knee on June 15, 2016. He is in the midst of his rehab now in Memphis, after previously rehabbing in Birmingham earlier this offseason. He is progressing as expected. He has not been cleared for court activity and is not expected to participate in training camp or the preseason. Currently there is no timetable for his return. He will be reevaluated weekly.

“Summer was good,” Adams said. “I spent most of my rehab in Birmingham, Alabama at Champion Sports. They’re known for helping professional athletes get better – back faster, quicker, back to 100 percent. So that’s pretty much where I was at this whole summer just rehabbing, it was good.”

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Memphis Grizzlies Injury Updates

The Memphis Grizzlies today announced that guard Jordan Adams will undergo cartilage transplant surgery on his right knee today, Wednesday, June 15.

In August 2015, Adams underwent a lateral meniscectomy on his right knee after sustaining a partially torn meniscus during an off-season workout.

Sidelined for most of the summer and limited in training camp, Adams returned to play for a short period before suffering an unrelated injury to the articular cartilage in his right knee. Adams subsequently underwent a debridement surgery on January 12, 2016.

Following that surgery, Adams participated in a lengthy rehab program, extending through the second half of the 2015-16 season, in an effort to resume basketball activities.

On March 18, Adams told Grizzlies.com, “I have been working hard throughout my rehab process to get back and join my teammates on the court as soon as possible. I am trying to ramp up my cardio workouts as of late and hoping to get back to practice soon.”  On March 25, it was announced Adams increased his daily activity, beginning on-court workouts.

However, Adams was ultimately unable to return to contact play without pain in his right knee and after his latest evaluation by the team’s medical staff, Adams and the medical staff determined that a cartilage transplant is in his best interests. He will be out indefinitely. Updates on Adams will be provided when available.

“This is obviously difficult news for Jordan and our organization,” said Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace.  “Jordan has been on a tough road for the better part of a year. We wish him a full and speedy recovery and hope that this procedure will help him return to the hardwood.”

The surgery will be performed by Dr. Riley Williams at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

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Jordan Adams Injury Update

Check out the latest medical updates from the Memphis Grizzlies as of March 25.

Zach Randolph – Randolph was diagnosed with a right ankle sprain, which he suffered in the Grizzlies game on Tuesday, March 22 against the LA Lakers. Previously listed as questionable, he will be ruled out for tonight’s game at San Antonio. He will be listed as day-to-day after tonight’s game moving forward.

Jordan Adams – Adams has increased his activity daily, including beginning court workouts. He will be re-evaluated weekly in hopes that he can return to team practices in the near future.

Brandan Wright – Wright has begun the rehab process on his sprained right MCL. He will continue to be re-evaluated weekly. He is out indefinitely and there is currently no timetable for his return to basketball activities.

PJ Hairston – Hairston suffered a left groin strain in the Grizzlies game at Houston on Monday, March 14. He has started increasing his activity and begun doing individual court work. He will continue to be listed as OUT. There is currently no timetable for his return to basketball activities.

Mike Conley – Mike Conley has begun his rehab process for Achilles tendonitis. He will remain out and there is no timetable for his return to basketball activities.

Marc Gasol - Jump to Marc Gasol's status.

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Grizzlies injury updates - 3/25/16

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