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Nikola Jokić's injury explained by a sports medicine doctor

The injury to Nikola Jokić will likely not require surgery.

December 31, 2025
Dr. Forrest Anderson speaks with 9 News team about the severity of Nikola Jokić's injury.

Dr. Forrest Anderson, a sports medicine and orthopedic surgeon from HCA HealthONE, explains what a hyperextension injury is.

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Published:
December 31, 2025
Location:
OrthoONE at North Suburban Medical Center, HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge

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