Smith is recovering from an Achilles tear that ended his season prematurely in December. He tells Chiang that he has already been involved in some contact work and hopes to be cleared soon for five-on-five scrimmages.

Lillard wasn't the only superstar player to tear his Achilles tendon in the playoffs. One former NBA player believes that an Adidas curse might be the reason for his injury. Former NBA guard Sebastian Telfair spoke on VladTV about whether he believes Lillard's Achilles tear is due to a so-called "Adidas curse."

Tyrese Haliburton is recovering from a right Achilles tear suffered in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. He had surgery the following day.

Indiana Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton provided a positive update Friday on the torn Achilles he suffered during Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Cameron Murray is on the verge of completing an inspirational comeback for South Sydney after suffering an Achilles injury that was initially expected to sideline him for the entirety of the NRL season.

Jermaine Johnson was finally activated from the physically unable to perform list last Sunday after 11 months of rehabbing and trying to get back on the practice field.