Clippers' Brandon Ingram is recovering from surgery and will miss the start of the new season.

September 29th - According to ESPN , Los Angeles Clippers forward Brandon Ingram will miss the early part of the 2026-27 season due to injury. Clippers interim president of basketball operations Trent Ryden revealed at the team's media day that Ingram underwent surgery for a right heel injury, during which doctors discovered a partial tear in his right Achilles tendon, which was also treated.

There is currently no definite timetable for the 29- year-old Ingram's return. Layden stated that the recovery time for a partial Achilles tendon tear is typically about six months shorter than for a complete tear. Ingram previously missed the Raptors' final two games in the first round of the playoffs against the Cavaliers due to a heel injury.

Earlier this month, the Clippers acquired Brandon Ingram and Grady Dick from the Raptors in a trade , sending Kawhi Leonard to the Raptors. Layden stated that the team only gained a better understanding of Ingram's recovery progress after he arrived in Los Angeles, and it is now certain that he will not be able to play in the early stages of the season.

Ingram stated that his rehabilitation plan will be adjusted weekly based on his progress, and he doesn't expect to participate in many training camp activities, but will gradually participate in some training. " My recovery is going very well, and it's progressing smoothly. I've been recovering at the training center for over a month and am now starting some on-field training; my body is gradually becoming stronger. "

Ingram revealed that he was plagued by injuries during his time with the Raptors last season, especially in crucial moments of the game. " I didn't know exactly what the problem was until near the end of the season when we found out the cause. Ultimately, we decided surgery was the best option. "

Ingram played for the Raptors last season, averaging 21.5 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. As a two-time All-Star, he is expected to become a major scoring option for the Clippers' new roster upon his return.

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