Ray Allen Won't Sit Out Game 2 To Rest Ankle

Ray Allen has ruled out the suggestion from Doc Rivers that he sit out Game 2 to rest his injured ankle.
Allen arrived early to Boston's morning shootaround for extra shooting.
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Ray Allen Won't Sit Out Game 2 To Rest AnkleMay 30, 2012 11:09 AM EDT
Ray Allen has ruled out the suggestion from Doc Rivers that he sit out Game 2 to rest his injured ankle. Allen arrived early to Boston's morning shootaround for extra shooting. Rivers Believes Heat May Be More Dangerous Minus BoshMay 28, 2012 5:35 PM EDT
Doc Rivers believes the Heat may be more dangerous without Chris Bosh. "Obviously, Bosh makes them better but in some ways you can say they're more dangerous because now those 15 shots that Bosh had, they're going to [Dwyane] Wade and LeBron [James], so in some ways they have the ball more,'' Rivers said before shootaround Monday. "They're more aggressive. It almost activated them to be more aggressive which puts a lot of stress on your defense. "Clearly, Chris is a terrific player and obviously it changes them. I don't know what the difference is but just like our guys [injuries] change you. It shouldn't make you worse, it should just make you different.'' The Heat are scoring more efficiently during the playoffs, averaging 108.3 points per 100 possessions, a mark which would have placed them 5th out of 30 teams during the regular season. Bosh has been sidelined since straining a lower abdominal muscle in Game 1 of Miami's second-round series against the Pacers. Bargnani Fully Recovered From Calf InjuryMay 28, 2012 5:28 PM EDT
Andrea Bargnani is fully recovered from the strained left calf that ended his 2011-12 season. “No more treatment to do,” Bargnani said. “It’s good to be 100 percent again so I can start to work this summer.” Bargnani rehabbed the injury with Raptors director of sports science Alex McKechnie. “I’ve been around the city, I have a few friends here, I really enjoy Toronto,” Bargnani said Via Toronto Star
Bosh Participates In On-Court DrillsMay 27, 2012 11:15 PM EDT
Chris Bosh participated in an on-court workout on Sunday, a significant step in his recovery from an abdominal strain. Bosh remains listed as out indefinitely. Bosh's workout included catching and turning with the ball, along with lateral movement across the court. "I'm not even preparing for that right now," Erik Spoelstra said earlier Sunday when asked about Bosh's status for the series. "I'm preparing for who we have in the gym. So our focus is (Monday). And that's all I can concentrate on. We have enough to win (Monday). That's all that any of our guys should be focused on." Kendall Marshall Also Suffered Fractured ElbowMay 25, 2012 11:44 PM EDT
Kendall Marshall is nearly fully recovered from a broken wrist suffered during the NCAA tournament. Marshall revealed that his right arm injury was more extensive than originally believed. "My wrist is almost 100 percent," Marshall said. "What people didn’t know is that I also fractured my elbow. That’s been the toughest thing for me to deal with, still not being able to go full contact. Hopefully, I’ll be ready to go by the Combine." Marshall is training for the draft at the IMG Basketball Academy in Florida. Avery Bradley Set For Shoulder Surgery On FridayMay 25, 2012 12:04 PM EDT
Avery Bradley will undergo surgery on his left shoulder on Friday. Bradley has been a key member of Boston's defense since becoming a starter following Ray Allen's injury. Bradley will miss the remainder of the playoffs. Bradley Likely Done For Remainder Of PostseasonMay 24, 2012 9:51 AM EDT
Avery Bradley is likely done for the postseason due a left shoulder injury, according to a source. The source said it’s “highly likely’’ Bradley’s left shoulder would pop out again and doing so again would put him at risk of serious structural damage. “He’s looking at surgery in the face,’’ the source said. Bosh Pleased With Progress, Hopeful Of Return If Heat AdvanceMay 23, 2012 5:00 PM EDT
Chris Bosh has been ruled for Game 6 at Indiana, but he remains hopeful he will be able to return if the Heat advance. Bosh suffered an abdominal strain in Game 1 against the Pacers. "I'm just hoping that everyone can keep doing what they're doing and extend the season," Bosh said on Wednesday. "I do have a chance to play again. That's the light at the end of the tunnel for me. That keeps me going every day." Bosh says he is making significant process, but he hasn't resumed basketball activities. Bosh is working to strengthen his core and remain in shape by riding a stationary bike. "You take it for granted how those little muscles in there play such a huge role in every single thing -- sitting down, getting up, turning, walking, talking, anything," Bosh said. "But it's gotten a lot better." Miami is one win away from advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals. "I've come a far way in a week," Bosh said. "I was kind of nervous initially but it wasn't the worst news I could have gotten. I just have to keep believing and stay mentally strong. I think I'm healing at a very fast rate right now." Deng Focused On Olympics, Uncertain If He'll Need Surgery On Left WristMay 23, 2012 10:48 AM EDT
Luol Deng plans on playing for his native Britain at the London Olympics, despite having torn ligaments in his left wrist. “I’m looking forward to playing in the Olympics," Deng said. "I’m so excited to take part in this competition; I’ve been dreaming about it since I was a young kid.” Deng tore the ligament in his wrist in January and decided to play in pain rather than undergo surgery. "It’s the toughest thing I’ve ever done in my career so far. It’s been hard, but I’m proud to have pushed my limits," Deng said. Deng hasn’t decided whether to undergo surgery after the Olympics. “I still don’t know if I’ll need a surgery. It will depend on how my wrist feels in the next few weeks. But right now, my mind is only focused on the Olympics,” Deng said. Via FIBA.com
Billups Hopes For Return To ClippersMay 21, 2012 10:28 AM EDT
Chauncey Billups, who missed the final 46 games of the regular season after tearing his left Achilles tendon, said returning to the Clippers is something he would like to do. "I'm definitely going to give this a huge amount of consideration this summer. I feel like we've got some unfinished business a little bit," Billups said. "You never know what direction the team is going, if they even want me back. I've learned not to really assume nothing. Billups was claimed off waivers by the Clippers on Dec. 12, two days before Chris Paul was traded to the Clippers Wade Had Knee Drained Before Game 3May 21, 2012 | Michael Wallace/ESPN
Dwyane Wade said the 48 hours of treatment and time away allowed him to regroup for Sunday's critical game.
Oden Underwent Orthokine Knee ProcedureMay 18, 2012 | Chris Broussard/ESPN
Greg Oden underwent the same Orthokine knee procedure that Kobe Bryant had last summer, according to sources.
Bosh Remains In Miami To Continue TreatmentMay 17, 2012 | Chicago Tribune
Chris Bosh did not travel with the Heat to Indiana, remaining in South Florida for treatment of his lower-abdominal strain.
Watson Undergoes Procedure On Both FeetMay 17, 2012 | K.C. Johnson/Chicago Tribune
C.J. Watson has undergone surgery on both feet for plantar fasciitis.
Rose Expected To Miss 8-12 Months After Knee SurgeryMay 15, 2012 | Chicago Tribune
Derrick Rose is expected to miss a minimum of eight months.
Sixers Believe Pierce Struggling With Sprained MCLMay 15, 2012 | ESPNBoston.com
Paul Pierce is playing despite a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee.
Perkins Aggravates Hip Injury, Game-Time Decision For Game 2May 15, 2012 | Darnell Mayberry/Oklahoman
Kendrick Perkins aggravated his hip injury in the third quarter of Oklahoma City's Game 1 win and did not return.
Bosh Out Indefinitely With Strained Ab MuscleMay 14, 2012 | Chris Mannix/SI.com (via Twitter)
Chris Bosh is out indefinitely with a strained abdominal muscle.
Griffin Bothered By Sprained Knee, Intends To Play Versus SpursMay 14, 2012 | Los Angeles Times
Blake Griffin intends to play when the Clippers open their second round series against the Spurs on Tuesday.
Perkins Nearing Return From Hip StrainMay 13, 2012 | Oklahoman
Kendrick Perkins participated in drills during Sunday’s practice at the Thunder’s training facility.
Bosh Suffers Abdominal Strain, Return Date UnknownMay 13, 2012 | South Florida Sun-Sentinel
Chris Bosh suffered a lower abdominal strain during the opening game of Miami's second round series against the Pacers.
Rose Undergoes Successful Knee SurgeryMay 12, 2012 | RealGM Staff Report
Derrick Rose underwent successful surgery on his left anterior cruciate ligament on Saturday.
Griffin, Paul Listed As Game Time DecisionsMay 10, 2012 | RealGM Staff Report
Blake Griffin and Chris Paul are listed as game time decisions for Game 6 against Memphis.
Gibson Likely To Play In Game 6, Noah DoubtfulMay 10, 2012 | Neil Hayes/Chicago Sun-Times
Taj Gibson promises to be available for Game 6 at Philadelphia on Thursday, but Joakim Noah remains doubtful.
Griffin, Paul Injured In Clippers' Game 5 LossMay 10, 2012 | Kevin Arnovitz/ESPN
Blake Griffin sprained his left knee, while Chris Paul endured a strained right hip flexor and jammed middle finger.
Perkins Sits Tuesday's Practice, Walking GingerlyMay 09, 2012 | Darnell Mayberry/Oklahoman
Kendrick Perkins was still unable to practice on Tuesday, three days after sustaining a right hip muscle strain.
Stern Concedes Lockout-Shortened Season Could Have Contributed To InjuriesMay 09, 2012 | Neil Hayes/Chicago Sun-Times
David Stern has backed off his strong comments denying that the compressed schedule somehow contributed to an increase in injuries.
Noah Experiencing Improvement In AnkleMay 09, 2012 | Neil Hayes/Chicago Sun-Times
Joakim Noah walked to the Bulls' locker room on Tuesday without wearing a brace, though he did have a slight limp.
Lin Ruled Out For Return Against HeatMay 09, 2012 | Stefan Bondy/New York Daily News
Jeremy Lin has been ruled out for a return to the Knicks' lineup during their first round series against the Heat.
Lin Unlikely To Return For Game 5May 08, 2012 | New York Post
Jeremy Lin is unlikely to play in Game 5 of the Knicks’ first-round series against Miami.
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