To everyone?s surprise, the eighth-seeded Miami Heat lead the series against the first-seeded Milwaukee Bucks. The Miami Heat have made the most of the fact that Giannis Antetokounmpo is out with an injury. However, the Heat lost a crucial player from their own lineup in Game 1. And now, another injury to this two-time Heat All-Star has fans worried and praying for his well-being.
Miami Heat?s shooting guard Tyler Herro suffered an injury to his right hand during Game 1 of the seven-game series. As the Heat try to make the most of his absence, fans are beginning to wonder how the team will bounce back from this.
Another Miami Heat player goes down with an injury
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Victor Oladipo of the Miami Heat suffered a gruesome knee injury during the final quarter of the game. Once a high-flying shooting guard has since been plagued with numerous knee injuries to name a few.
Oladipo has not played more than 50 games a season since his fifth year in the league. Injuries have really robbed him of reaching his true potential. Given Oladipo?s past record of injuries, many are worried that this might be it for him.
With under four minutes left to play in the fourth quarter, Oladipo split the defense to go for a layup. He did not come into contact with anyone but while planting his legs, it seemed as if the 2018 Most Improved Player?s knee may have buckled.
There are still no reports as to what exactly Oladipo has sustained but fans, coaches, and even NBA legends are worried sick for him. After Victor Oladipo?s scary fall, he was immediately escorted back to the locker room by his teammates and the training staff. His teammates were visibly upset with Oladipo sustaining another injury.
Fans, coaches and NBA veterans react to Oladipo’s injury
Victor Oladipo’s injury had everyone shocked and worried. According to Miami Heat writer Brady Hawk, Miami Heat head coach, and two-time NBA champion Erik Spoelstra gave a statement on Victor Oladipo.
He said, ?I feel like throwing up right now, but I don?t know what the diagnosis is. I want to stay positive on this.?
Erik Spoelstra on Victor Oladipo:
“I feel like throwing up right now, but I don’t know what the diagnosis is. I want to stay positive on this.”
— Brady Hawk (@BradyHawk305) April 23, 2023
NBA veteran Vince Carter tweeted, “Praying for you Vic damn!!! @VicOladipo?
🙏🏽🙏🏽Praying for you Vic damn!!! @VicOladipo
— Vince Carter (@mrvincecarter15) April 23, 2023
Another veteran who shared a message is Quentin Richardson.
Amen! https://t.co/e5hVGmZGd3
— andre (@andre) April 23, 2023
Here are a few more reactions from fans on Twitter.
This is awful. Truly awful. I pray it’s not something that ruins his career. I’m just heartbroken for him
— Brieanna D. Franze (@bnana_84) April 23, 2023
It looked ugly, I hope it's not serious
— DJACIDO (@SrWarrior_23) April 23, 2023
Just terrible – he was playing good, solid ball
— John Frascella (Football) (@LegendSports7) April 23, 2023
Here are fans reacting to Oladipo?s injury on Instagram.
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?Prayers vic. such a legend in Indiana.?
?Sad to see how some people just can’t get a break from injuries man.?
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?He can never catch a break, Oladipo was an elite two way star and fun to watch.?
Now, there hasn?t been any official update on Oladipo. But our prayers go out to him and wish him a speedy recovery!