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OZZIE4DUKE
In the article on the front page Julio discusses Justise’s hip replacement surgery and can’t remember another pro athlete comeback from that. Bo Jackson did, at least briefly.
Best wishes to Justise.
The Justise Winslow passage is only about 10 percent of a much larger article on the Clippers' efforts and success at rehabbing players. It is stated plainly, but I would like corroboration from another source:
Justise Winslow was the first new addition to the Clippers roster this offseason, and he arrives off the back of two seasons dealing with severe injury issues to his back and hip — the latter requiring hip replacement surgery, a huge career setback for a player who just turned 25 back in March.
Fans will be hoping Justise can find form and fitness in L.A., and off previous evidence, this may just be the perfect environment to do it in. As a player with potential on both ends of the floor, Winslow could be the perfect pick up if he can prosper in the absence of Kawhi. He’ll certainly be given all the tools to grow.
Sage Grouse
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