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www.cbssports.comHere’s the latest on Damian Lillard’s status.
- There have been updates indicating a serious lower-leg injury, with reports at the time suggesting a torn left Achilles tendon, which would sideline him for the season and require a lengthy rehab.[1][2][3]
- Subsequent reporting reinforced the diagnosis of an Achilles tear, meaning he would miss the remainder of the playoffs and likely a substantial portion of next season as he rehabs.[4][1]
- By late 2025 and into 2026, new reporting noted surgery and a lengthy recovery timeline, with ongoing uncertainty about when he’ll return to game action.[5][9]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent, timestamped updates from specific outlets (e.g., ESPN, NBC Sports, Fox Sports) and provide a concise timeline with the exact dates and injury details. I can also summarize expected recovery milestones and typical rehab steps for an Achilles tear if that helps.
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