TNT Tropang Giga guard Jayson Castro on the floor after suffering an apparent knee injury in Game 2 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines—TNT veteran Jayson Castro suffered a scary fall in Game 2 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals against Rain or Shine.
With 3:07 left to play, Castro fell awkwardly on a shot attempt and stayed on the floor for a few minutes before he received medical attention.
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Despite not knowing the full extent of the injury, coach Chot Reyes sent wishes to Castro’s way after seeing how he exited the game.
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“It appeared to me that it wasn’t a good landing so hopefully it’s not bad enough to keep him out of the next game,” said Reyes.
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“It doesn’t look good but we’ll find out more. I’m sure our medical staff will be hard at work tonight to give us a prognosis.”
TNT coach Chot Reyes and veteran guard Jayson Castro. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
The reigning Governors’ Cup Finals MVP was able to walk it off and head to the team dugout. He finished with 13 points, five rebounds and five assists.
The Tropang Giga’s medical staff, though, deemed it better to have Castro’s injury checked immediately, stretchering him out of the venue while TNT took the 93-91 win over Rain or Shine.
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As someone who’s been with Castro for so long, Reyes said he’s not only worried about the point guard’s probability of returning to the series but also his wellbeing in general.
“It’s very concerning from my standpoint, not only for this series but for his well being long term, including his physical fitness and health,” said Reyes, referring to the 38-year-old floor general.
“The only thing we can do now is hope and pray.”
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Time will tell if Castro can suit up for TNT in Game 3 of the semis against the Elasto Painters on Sunday at Araneta Coliseum.
