I’m numb.
All aspirations for an exciting Celtics season came crashing down midway through the 1st quarter of tonight’s opening game in Cleveland when Gordon Hayward suffered a gruesome leg/ankle injury.
We’re not going to show you the play or Hayward’s leg. The reaction from the Cavs bench says it all.
Gruesome injury. pic.twitter.com/4xX33sxukU
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) October 18, 2017
UPDATE: TNT reported that Hayward has a fractured ankle.
NBC Sports Boston had a local doctor on air during halftime who said it’s possible Hayward could return by March. Hayward will likely have screws and a plate inserted via surgery, but this type of injury has a predictable rehab and recovery.
The injury brought the game, players and arena to a screeching halt:
The @celtics huddle after Gordon Hayward injury. pic.twitter.com/ODAjyEnTVY
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) October 18, 2017
LeBron gives Gordon Hayward some words of encouragement following his injury. pic.twitter.com/VW4HDDoP2k
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) October 18, 2017
These reactions to Gordon Hayward's injury tell you everything you need to know. https://t.co/F3YzpUy03B
— Complex Sports (@ComplexSports) October 18, 2017
Here’s some reaction from across Twitter:
God bless you bro @gordonhayward ! 🙏🏾 help him thru this god!
— Paul George (@Yg_Trece) October 18, 2017
Man, nothing but prayers to Gordon Hayward!
— DeMar DeRozan (@DeMar_DeRozan) October 18, 2017
Can't even put into words.
Gordon Hayward.
Feeling for you man.
Absolutely gut wrenching.— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) October 18, 2017
As always, we’ll keep you updated on Hayward’s situation.
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