December 4th 2024.
It was announced by the team on Wednesday that Vlatko Cancar, the talented forward for the Nuggets, underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee. He will be reevaluated in eight weeks to determine his progress. This news may come as a disappointment to fans, as Cancar had just returned from a season-long absence due to a torn ACL in the same knee. However, he was able to make a comeback this summer, playing for his home country of Slovenia before signing a one-year contract with the Nuggets.
Cancar, who is 27 years old, had been a valuable asset to the team as a backup center while star player Nikola Jokic was away. Unfortunately, during a game against the Memphis Grizzlies on November 19th, Cancar suffered another injury to his left knee. After attempting a driving dunk, he landed awkwardly and immediately signaled for a substitution. At the time, the injury was believed to be a sprained knee.
Despite initial hopes that the injury was not serious, Cancar soon began seeking multiple medical opinions on the best course of action. As coach Michael Malone explained, the decision was made to undergo arthroscopic surgery, which is a minimally invasive procedure. This type of surgery is often preferred by professional athletes as it typically allows for a quicker recovery and does not necessarily mean the end of their season.
Fans may be eager for more updates on Cancar's condition, and they can sign up for the Nuggets Insider to stay informed on all the latest news and analysis. In the meantime, the team will have to adjust to playing without Cancar for at least the next two months. This will undoubtedly be a challenge, but the Nuggets have shown resilience in the face of adversity before and will continue to do so.
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