The NBA is facing a crisis of soft-tissue leg injuries, with a growing number of players missing a growing number of games due to lower-body soft-tissue injuries. This trend is particularly concerning for the league's superstar class, with players like Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, and others suffering from calf strains, hamstring tears, and Achilles ruptures. The rise of one-footed moves like the stepback 3 and Euro-step is being blamed for the increase in injuries, as these moves require rapid changes of speed and direction, putting immense strain on the muscles. The NBA is not alone in this issue, as other professional sports leagues are also dealing with a rash of lower-body injuries. The article calls for real research and a reevaluation of the league's schedule and training methods to address this growing concern.
