Dru Smith’s Season Cut Short by Torn Achilles After ACL Comeback
Dru Smith’s return to the court is abruptly halted by a torn Achilles tendon, leaving the Heat to adjust for the rest of the season.
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Miami: Just when it seemed like Dru Smith was back in action, his season has taken a tough turn. He suffered a torn Achilles tendon during a game against the Brooklyn Nets.
This happened while he was dribbling the ball in the second quarter. Out of nowhere, he lost control and fell hard, and it was clear he was in serious pain. He had to be helped off the court, which was a real bummer for everyone watching.
Before this injury, Smith was averaging 6.3 points and 2.6 rebounds over 14 games. He’s only 26 and had already faced a tough road after tearing his ACL last season. He was on a two-way deal with the Heat this year, hoping to make a mark.
Heat coach Erik Spoelstra shared how the mood shifted in the arena when Smith went down. It was a non-contact injury, and you could feel the concern from everyone. Spoelstra praised Smith’s determination and the hard work he put into his recovery over the past year.
Even with Smith out, the Heat managed to pull off a solid win against the Nets, thanks to Bam Adebayo’s 23 points. They broke a three-game losing streak and are now looking ahead to their next game against the Orlando Magic.