Caris LeVert expected back this season after stunning injury update

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Caris LeVertIt could have been a lot worse.

Nets rising star Caris LeVert is now expected to return this season after being diagnosed with a dislocation of the right foot.

“Fortunately, tests performed this morning revealed that there are no fractures and only moderate ligament damage,” Nets orthopedist Dr. Martin O’Malley said in a team statement.

“While the optics of this injury may have appeared to be more severe, surgery will not be required. Caris will begin a period of rehabilitation with the Nets’ performance staff, following which he is expected to return to full strength and resume all basketball activities without any limitations this season.”

This would have been…