Chinese basketball star Abdusalam ruptures left ACL
URUMQI - Chinese international basketball player Abdusalam Abdurexit faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after rupturing the ACL in his left knee, his club Xinjiang Flying Tigers announced on Thursday.
The 23-year-old player was injured after falling awkwardly during the CBA game between Xinjiang and Beijing Ducks on December 25.
He was stretchered off court before being taken to hospital for a CT and MRI exam.
"We will discuss a treatment program with sports medicine experts and select the best hospital to help Abdusalam get back to the court as soon as possible," read a statement from his club.
This season, Abdusalam has averaged 16.8 points and 5 rebounds in 20 games, with Xinjiang currently sitting second in the CBA behind Guangdong Southeast Tigers.
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