Brandon Roy
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Brandon Roy is a tragic example of how injuries can derail even the most promising careers. Given the nickname “The Natural” by the Trail Blazers announcer, Roy was on course for a potential Hall of Fame career through his first 5 seasons. He was a 3-time All-Star and a regular on the All-NBA Teams.
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Then in 2010, Roy was diagnosed with a degenerative knee condition that forced him to retire from basketball. He came back in 2012 to play for the Timberwolves, but he played in just 5 games before he suffered a knee injury that required season-ending surgery. Roy’s career is full of “what ifs.”
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