Injury Thread: Tony Parker's Anke (Update: Out 4 weeks)

[DesignatedT]

Yeah that is TP going through shooting drills. He looks pretty good also. I would say he's back the 27th vs DEN at the latest or maybe even before that.

[Robz4000]

I think whoever said he'd be back for Golden State was right on the money.

[Man In Black]

I wanted him back for the Clippers and Heat Easter Weekend since I'm flying in to see them play live in Texas. I knew he was going to be back sooner than 4 weeks. Thanks TP, it really looks like I am going to get my wish of seeing you play again at AT&T.

[TD 21]

Ethan J. Skolnick: Appears that Tony Parker will be back well in advance of Heat showdown on March 31. Twitter @EthanJSkolnick

[ace3g]

TP putting weight on his left ankle;



via his FB

[freetiago]

why would Tony buy that poverty meat
its 0 protein and all sodium
should be using his private chefs to get quality food

[Strategic]

All I see in his basket is pasta. Having Tony able to shoot is one thing but that is hardly what his game is dependent on. His cutting ability is key.

[emanueldavidginobili]

Tony was never even in a walking boot or anything. I don't prefer him to come back when we play Denver, that team is constantly running and I don't want him chasing around Ty Lawson

[EVAY]

All I see in his basket is pasta. Having Tony able to shoot is one thing but that is hardly what his game is dependent on. His cutting ability is key.

This.

Although lately, anyone able to put the ball in the basket would be helpful. But basically you are right; Tony has to be able to cut to be as effective as we need him to be.

[spurs10]

This.

Although lately, anyone able to put the ball in the basket would be helpful. But basically you are right; Tony has to be able to cut to be as effective as we need him to be.

I was impressed he could put the pasta in the basket! Hopefully, he's back soon, but not too soon.

[Bruno]

Some good news:

Parker practices today and the ankle is fine. He will see how his ankle is tomorrow before deciding when to come back but he thinks he will be back before the estimated 4 weeks.

[loveforthegame]

That is good news.

I wouldn't mind him taking this week off and returning next.

[BillMc]

Some good news:

Parker practices today and the ankle is fine. He will see how his ankle us tomorrow before deciding when to come back but he thinks he will be back before the estimated 4 weeks.

Great news. Thanks. I'd rather they were conservative though. Health is more important than seeding.

[Captivus]

That is good news.

I wouldn't mind him taking this week off and returning next.

Is that even possible? really? wow!

[Seventyniner]

The Spurs play 5 of the next 6 at home, with the only road game being in Houston. I could see Parker coming back for any of those games. Sunday at Houston or next Wednesday against Denver are the most likely candidates.

[crc21209]

Yeah I would be fine with him missing the Golden State and Utah game. I expect him to be back either Sunday @Houston or next Wednesday at home vs. Denver....

[DesignatedT]

That's good news lets just hope he isn't rushing back too soon.

[Brazil]

That's good news lets just hope he isn't rushing back too soon.

TP has no historic (at least I don't remember of any) of coming back too soon and we are talking about the Spurs not a team known to rush its players so no worries here

[timvp]

Thanks for the news, Bruno

Let's hope his ankle reacts well. I'm hoping for a return ASAP. This team without TP can be ugly to watch

[elemento]

Nice to hear good news from TP

He will be 100% in the playoffs , I am positive

[Bruno]

The transcription/translation of what Parker said:

Give us some news about your injury after a little over 2 weeks?
It's getting way better. I've practiced well this morning and I think I'm not very far from coming back. So, we will see how my ankle react tomorrow to what I've done today and, after that, I will decided with Pop to decide when I will come back.

You sound more optimistic. At first it was one month, 4 weeks?
I think I will be back before that.

How you decided when you will be back? Is it only your choice or has Pop or the medical staff the final say?
Pop has the final say. I need, of course, to be medically cleared by the doctor but, after that, it's Pop who decides when you come back. It's also the way you come back. You can come back slowly and play at first 15 minutes or you can only come back when you are in shape and ready to play 30 minutes. We will see. It will be talks I will have soon with Pop.

[benefactor]

Thanks Bruno. Good news indeed.

[exstatic]

If he's practicing, he'll likely be back in the next game or two. That's Pop's litmus test.

I'm thinking he'll pass Wednesday, but play Friday.

[bklynspursfan]

Yea sit out vs GS and play against Utah. ^ That would be best imo. Let Cojo use his energy chasing around Curry

[Floyd Pacquiao]

Great news, TP has always been sort of a fast healer. I'm guessing friday or next week for sure, but then again it's all up to paranoid Pop.