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Thunder Rookie Thomas Sorber Out for 2025-26 Season Due to ACL Tear

9/6/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Thomas Sorber will miss the entire 2025-26 season due to a torn ACL in his right knee.
The injury occurred during a workout on September 4, 2025.
Sorber, the 15th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, had a strong freshman season at Georgetown.
He averaged 14.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
This is the second consecutive season an Oklahoma City first-round pick has missed the entire season due to injury.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, the NBA introduced stricter injury management protocols in response to increasing player injuries, notably impacting the Oklahoma City Thunder. Kevin Durant missed 55 games in the 2015 season due to foot injuries, underscoring the issue. The trend continued with Thomas Sorber's torn ACL in 2025, raising concerns about player health and the need for enhanced medical practices in professional sports.

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Story summary

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Thomas Sorber will miss the entire 2025-26 season due to a torn ACL in his right knee.
The injury occurred during a workout on September 4, 2025.
Sorber, the 15th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, had a strong freshman season at Georgetown.
He averaged 14.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
This is the second consecutive season an Oklahoma City first-round pick has missed the entire season due to injury.

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