ATLANTA — Guard/forward Justin Anderson continues to progress in his
rehabilitation from surgery on June 29th to address recurring tibial stress
syndrome in his left leg. He is currently symptom free and progressing as
expected. He will be listed as out for the beginning of training camp on
Tuesday, Sept. 25th and his status will be updated as appropriate.
Center Dewayne Dedmon, diagnosed with an avulsion fracture in his left ankle on
Sept. 4th, continues to progress in his recovery as he enters his second week of
weight-bearing rehabilitation. He will be listed as out for the beginning of
training camp and his status will be updated as appropriate.
Guard/forward Daniel Hamilton presented with symptoms of a shoulder injury
earlier in September. An MRI taken at the Emory Sports Medicine Complex on Sept.
11th revealed a tear in his right rotator cuff. He has elected a non-surgical
treatment plan, and has begun a rehab plan on court. He will be reviewed by the
medical team in one week and his rehab/return to play will progress as
tolerated.
Guard Jeremy Lin continues his recovery from a ruptured patella tendon of the
right knee suffered on Oct. 18th, 2017. He has returned to regular basketball
activities with limited restrictions and is expected to participate in training
camp.
Forward Omari Spellman experienced left shin soreness during a workout last
week. An MRI taken at the Emory Sports Medicine Complex confirmed soft tissue
inflammation. He will be listed as out for the next 7-10 days followed by a
gradual return to activity, and his status will be updated as appropriate.
Player: Justin Anderson
Player: Dewayne Dedmon
Player: Daniel Hamilton
Player: Jeremy Lin
Player: Omari Spellman
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