Knicks’ Bojan Bogdanovic out for season after foot surgery
Kosport Magazine – April 30, 2024
The New York Knicks have been dealt another blow as forward Bojan Bogdanovic will miss the rest of the season due to left foot surgery. This news comes after the team’s recent loss of All-Star forward Julius Randle to shoulder surgery.
Bogdanovic, who was acquired from the Detroit Pistons at the trade deadline, has been a key player for the Knicks throughout the first four games of their playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers. His absence will be felt as the team looks to advance to the second round for the first time since 2000.
The 35-year-old veteran had been dealing with a wrist injury before injuring his foot in Game 4. He immediately went to the ground in pain after getting tied up with 76ers forward Nicolas Batum while chasing a loose ball. Bogdanovic was ruled out shortly after and will now undergo surgery.
This is a tough blow for the Knicks, who were hoping to have Bogdanovic’s veteran presence and shooting ability on the court for the remainder of the playoffs. He had already made a significant impact in Game 1 with a pair of crucial 3-pointers in the fourth quarter.
With Randle already out and center Mitchell Robinson questionable for Game 5, the Knicks will have to rely on their depth and resilience to continue their playoff run. But with the possibility of facing elimination on Tuesday night, the team will have to dig deep to secure a win at Madison Square Garden.
Despite the challenges, the Knicks have shown they are a resilient team and have the support of their passionate fan base. A win on Tuesday would not only advance them to the second round, but also mark the first time since 1999 that they have won a playoff series at home.
Kosport Magazine will continue to provide updates on Bogdanovic’s recovery and the Knicks’ playoff journey. Stay tuned for more coverage and analysis from our team of experts.
