NBA Injury Report Week 19 (24th Feb): Kyrie Irving out for the season, Karl-Anthony Towns not ready for return and more

Modified Nov 08, 2022 11:35 GMT

Kyrie Irving will miss the remainder of the season due to a shoulder injury

#4 Karl-Anthony Towns - Wrist - Out for at least two more weeks

Karl-Anthony Towns has struggled with injuries this season

Injuries have restricted Karl-Anthony Towns to just 35 appearances this season - and a wrist problem has kept him out of Minnesota's past three games. Towns is expected to play again this season, although the center will miss at least another two weeks before being re-evaluated.

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#5 Clint Capela - Foot - Out until at least March

Clint Capela is yet to play for his new side

Clint Capela has yet to feature for the Hawks following his surprise trade from the Rockets earlier this month. Atlanta is eager for the 25-year-old to strike up a partnership with Trae Young, although Capela remains sidelined with a foot injury, and won't be re-evaluated until next month.

#6 Ben Simmons - Back - Will undergo tests on Monday

Ben Simmons' back injury is a concern for the Sixers

Ben Simmons left the court in the first quarter of Philadelphia's matchup against the Bucks on Saturday due to a back injury. The 23-year-old has been ruled out of Monday's game against Atlanta and will undergo further testing today.