The New Orleans Pelicans face more injury struggles as Jose Alvarado’s frightening fall adds to their woes.
The Pelicans just wrapped up a tumultuous season marred by a string of injuries to key players. Alvarado’s recent alarming fall during a FIBA AmeriCup game raises concerns that the team’s injury misfortunes are far from over.
Alvarado, representing Puerto Rico, suffered a hard fall that resulted in him being carried off on a stretcher and hospitalized in Nicaragua. Despite the setback, the player took to Instagram to reassure well-wishers of his condition.
The Pelicans endured a tough season with multiple players missing significant game time due to injuries. Alvarado himself sat out 26 games, making him one of the team’s more durable players. Others like Brandon Ingram, Herb Jones, Dejounte Murray, and Zion Williamson also faced extended absences.
Prior to his injury, Alvarado had been showcasing his value to the Pelicans with an impressive 25-point performance in the game. However, his unfortunate fall now leaves a cloud of uncertainty over his future availability for the team.
The Pelicans and their supporters are left hoping for a swift recovery for Alvarado and praying that the team can finally break free from the injury curse that has haunted them throughout the season.