Trail Blazers' Shaedon Sharpe diagnosed with stress reaction in left fibula

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Top Stories Trail Blazers' Shaedon Sharpe diagnosed with stress reaction in left fibula The 4-6 week time frame for Sharpe will allow for healing 'before beginning a progressive return to full basketball activity.' The Associated Press February 25, 2026 1:12 AM The 22-year-old Shaedon Sharpe ranks second on the team with an average of 21.4 points this season. PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe was diagnosed with a stress reaction of the left fibula and will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks, the team said Tuesday. Sharpe had already missed the past six games because of a left calf strain. Follow-up imaging revealed the stress reaction. The four-to-six week time frame for Sharpe will allow for healing ā€œbefore beginning a progressive return to full basketball activity,ā€ the team said in a statement. The 22-year-old Sharpe ranks second on the team with an average of 21.4 points this season. He also averages 4.4 rebounds and 2.6 assists. He injured his calf earlier this month in the first half of the Trail Blazers’ 135-115 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies that snapped a six-game losing streak. Sharpe, in his fourth season, was the seventh overall pick in the 2002 NBA draft. Related Kentucky's Sharpe to enter Draft, keep eligibility Sharpe says he will 'test the waters' for the NBA Draft but is leaving open the possibility of returning to school. Sharpe makes case for best dunk of season Portland's 21-year-old calls the vicious 1-handed slamĀ over Washington's Justin Champagnie the best of his career. Blazers agree to extend Sharpe, Camara The Blazers lock up an explosive scorer and a defensive standout to long-term deals as they establish a fresh core. Blazers' Sharpe keeps elevating his game Shaedon Sharpe has added new depth to his game while remaining one of the game's top finishers at the rim.

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