Promising NBA Careers That Injuries Totally Derailed

Brandon Roy

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By his third season, Roy was one of the game’s best shooting guards, averaging 22.6 efficienct points and 5.1 assists per game. He tore the meniscus in his right knee in April 2010, but returned for the playoffs. However, his knee got worse the following season, limiting him to 47 contests. He retired, then made a five-game comeback in 2012-13.

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