This chapter explores the complexities of calf muscles and Achilles tendons injuries, distinguishing between strains, tears, and the implications on performance. The analysis includes a discussion on different manual tests utilized by medical professionals to diagnose injuries, playoff implications, and the importance of overall lower body strength. Additionally, it touches on monitoring players' health through assessments and past injury instances of renowned players like Kevin Durant.
Zach asks injury expert Jeff Stotts about the extent of Giannis Antentokounmpo's injury and his potential recovery timetable. Then The Athletic's Mo Dakhil joins to discuss Knicks-Celtics, playoff seeding, and the MVP race.
What will Giannis' recovery look like? (1:27)
Dakhil (17:20)
Does anything concern you about the Celtics? (21:03)
Knicks are a joy to watch (24:26)
Jrue Holiday extension (32:01)
Bucks make a starting lineup change (36:34)
Nuggets move into pole position in the West (45:12)
MVP race is not over (51:45)
West seeding possibilities (1:01:18)
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