New York Knicks injury report for March 21

The Knicks have listed three players on their injury report: OG Anunoby (elbow), Mitchell Robinson (ankle) and Julius Randle (shoulder) are out.

What happened to Julius Randle?

Randle sustained his injury during the New York Knicks’ triumph over the Miami Heat (125-109), exiting the game in the fourth quarter following a collision with Miami’s Jaime Jaquez Jr.

Despite the incident, the results of the MRI offer some reassurance, revealing no significant concerns. Randle, 29, had made a notable impact on the game, contributing 19 points and securing nine rebounds before his departure.

The timeline for Julius Randle’s return from his dislocated shoulder remains uncertain, as it’s challenging to assess the risk of re-injury associated with destabilized shoulders and the necessary muscle re-strengthening process.

Coach Tom Thibodeau opted not to disclose a specific timeframe for Randle’s progression to 5-on-5 action, leaving his status as week-to-week for the time being.

Denver Nuggets injury report for March 21

The Nuggets have listed two players on their injury report: Zeke Nnaji (back) is questionable and Vlatko Cancar (left knee) is out.

What happened to Vlatko Cancar?

Denver Nuggets forward Vlatko Cancar encountered a significant setback as he tore his left ACL while representing Slovenia in a World Cup preparation game, as reported by Tim MacMahon.

The injury transpired as Cancar landed from a transition dunk amid defensive pressure in the game against Greece.

Requiring assistance to exit the court, subsequent MRI scans affirmed the severity of the ACL injury, raising the possibility of him being sidelined for the entire season.

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