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New video shows Jarred Vanderbilt’s gruesome injury in Lakers loss
TL;DR
New video reveals how Jarred Vanderbilt injured his right pinky finger during the Lakers' playoff loss to the Thunder. The injury occurred while attempting a chase-down block, leading to a full dislocation.
Key points
- Jarred Vanderbilt injured his right pinky finger
- Injury occurred during Lakers vs. Thunder playoff game
- Vanderbilt attempted a chase-down block
- He was ruled out for the remainder of the game
- Injury was a full dislocation
Los Angeles LakersOklahoma City ThunderJarred VanderbiltChet Holmgren
New footage emerged Tuesday showing exactly how Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt hurt his hand against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The 27-year-old exited in the second quarter of Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals series on Tuesday.
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He attempted a chase-down block on a fastbreak dunk by Chet Holmgren. But instead of the ball, he made contact with the backboard. Vanderbilt’s right pinky finger bent awkwardly on impact.
Vanderbilt sustained a full dislocation of his right pinky finger and was ruled out for the remainder of the game.
Another angle of the incident brought the moment into sharper focus. The clip shows a zoomed-in version of the incident.
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The injury was severe enough to stop play entirely. Several Thunder players on the bench, including Jalen Williams and Jared McCain, turned away after witnessing the dislocation up close.
Vanderbilt played just six minutes, finishing with two points on 1-of-2 shooting and one rebound. The Thunder defeated the Lakers 108-90 to take a 1-0 series lead.
Q&A
What happened to Jarred Vanderbilt during the Lakers game?
Jarred Vanderbilt dislocated his right pinky finger while attempting a chase-down block against the Thunder.
How serious is Jarred Vanderbilt's injury?
Vanderbilt sustained a full dislocation of his right pinky finger and was ruled out for the remainder of the game.
When did Jarred Vanderbilt get injured in the game?
Vanderbilt exited the game in the second quarter of Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals.
