The Oklahoma City Thunder played 47 games before ringing in the New Year, only the Boston Celtics played more, and the heavy load has cost them Andre Roberson, their best perimeter defensive specialist, for the past 3 games with a condition known as patellar tendinitis.
Also known as “jumper’s knee”, patellar tendinitis is a common problem among athletes that take part in sports that involve jumping such as basketball and volleyball. Unfortunately for the Thunder and anxious Robes fans, rest and rehab are the only solutions.
Causes
Patellar tendinitis is a common overuse injury, caused by repeated stress on your patellar tendon.