TNT Tropang Giga guard Jayson Castro on the ground after struggling an obvious knee damage in Sport 2 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.internet
MANILA, Philippines—TNT veteran Jayson Castro suffered a scary fall in Sport 2 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals in opposition to Rain or Shine.
With 3:07 left to play, Castro fell awkwardly on a shot try and stayed on the ground for a couple of minutes earlier than he acquired medical consideration.
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Regardless of not understanding the complete extent of the damage, coach Chot Reyes despatched needs to Castro’s means after seeing how he exited the sport.
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“It appeared to me that it wasn’t a superb touchdown so hopefully it’s not unhealthy sufficient to maintain him out of the subsequent sport,” stated Reyes.
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“It doesn’t look good however we’ll discover out extra. I’m certain our medical workers will probably be exhausting at work tonight to present us a prognosis.”
TNT coach Chot Reyes and veteran guard Jayson Castro. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.internet
The reigning Governors’ Cup Finals MVP was in a position to stroll it off and head to the group dugout. He completed with 13 factors, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.
The Tropang Giga’s medical workers, although, deemed it higher to have Castro’s damage checked instantly, stretchering him out of the venue whereas TNT took the 93-91 win over Rain or Shine.
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As somebody who’s been with Castro for thus lengthy, Reyes stated he’s not solely nervous in regards to the level guard’s likelihood of returning to the collection but in addition his wellbeing generally.
“It’s very regarding from my standpoint, not just for this collection however for his effectively being long run, together with his bodily health and well being,” stated Reyes, referring to the 38-year-old flooring basic.
“The one factor we are able to do now’s hope and pray.”
Time will inform if Castro can swimsuit up for TNT in Sport 3 of the semis in opposition to the Elasto Painters on Sunday at Araneta Coliseum.
