Before today, many mock drafts had French star Jonathan Jeanne falling to the Brooklyn Nets with pick 22. Now, his career is in jeopardy.
Shams Charania of The Vertical reported the devastating news on Thursday:
“French center Jonathan Jeanne, expected to be a first round selection, has been diagnosed with a potentially career ending disorder.”
Jeanne has been diagnosed with Marfan syndrome following an MRI on Tuesday. Connected to heart and vision related problems, this syndrome impacts connective tissue in numerous areas.
A glimmer of hope lies in the story of Isaiah Austin, former Baylor big man.