Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward underwent successful surgery Wednesday night after he suffered a gruesome leg injury in the season opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The team released the following statement Thursday:
“Last night Celtics forward Gordon Hayward underwent successful bony and ligamentous stabilization surgery for the fracture dislocation of his left ankle sustained on Opening Night. The surgery was performed by Drs. Mark Slovenkai and Brian McKeon at New England Baptist Hospital, assisted by Dr. Anthony Schena, following consultations with Dr. David Porter of Methodist Sports Medicine in Indianapolis. No timetable has been set for Hayward’s return, but he is expected to make a full recovery.”
You can watch the play that led to his injury below. Warning: the video contains graphic images. Viewer discretion is advised.
Hayward signed a four-year, $128-million contract with the Celtics in free agency after seven years with the Utah Jazz.
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