It's hard to predict which players are injury prone. With some guys like Derek Rose, Iman Shumpert and Grant Hill who pushed their bodies to the limit all the time, the risk is certainly higher. Guys who jump 40 inches constantly often have foot issues (Darrel Griffith, Michael Jordan, etc.). Guys who are built heavy and play out of shape often have back or knee problems.
Players who make the game look easy with fluid, efficient movement, and who don't have to push themselves that hard to compete physically might do better. Enes Kanter is a guy who doesn't need to jump more than a few inches to do what he does. He's going to be tough to injure. The shoulder thing was a bit of a fluke.
I worry about Exum just because guys with that body type--Penny, Kerry Kittles, Shaun Livingston, Tmac--have had injuries. Players need good strong legs and a well developed core to handle the punishment. Kobe went a long way without too many injuries, but he prepares himself exceptionally well.
Wiggins may a little, but he's such a natural athlete, I don't think he'll have major injuries.
Parker could have a few issues here and there.
Randle needs to take care of his back better than Larry Johnson and Chris Webber.
Heavy guards like DWade and Baron Davis seem to have knee issues eventually due to wear and tear. I could see that with Marcus Smart if he's playing heavy minutes.
I'd say just look for guys who take care of their bodies, have a strong work ethic and play the game in a way that doesn't always push their limits physically.
Players who make the game look easy with fluid, efficient movement, and who don't have to push themselves that hard to compete physically might do better. Enes Kanter is a guy who doesn't need to jump more than a few inches to do what he does. He's going to be tough to injure. The shoulder thing was a bit of a fluke.
I worry about Exum just because guys with that body type--Penny, Kerry Kittles, Shaun Livingston, Tmac--have had injuries. Players need good strong legs and a well developed core to handle the punishment. Kobe went a long way without too many injuries, but he prepares himself exceptionally well.
Wiggins may a little, but he's such a natural athlete, I don't think he'll have major injuries.
Parker could have a few issues here and there.
Randle needs to take care of his back better than Larry Johnson and Chris Webber.
Heavy guards like DWade and Baron Davis seem to have knee issues eventually due to wear and tear. I could see that with Marcus Smart if he's playing heavy minutes.
I'd say just look for guys who take care of their bodies, have a strong work ethic and play the game in a way that doesn't always push their limits physically.
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