Those who know Caris LeVert understand the 22-year-old is ready for the big leagues, despite a few bumps in the road during his journey to the NBA.
Before Wednesday, he hasn’t played since December 30 then underwent foot reconstruction surgery in March. Dr. Martin O’Malley, the Nets foot-and-ankle specialist, took a piece of his hip bone and grafted it on to his left foot. It was his third foot surgery in 22 months, but O’Malley assured LeVert this one would work.
NetsDaily spoke with him after Wednesday’s game
"I feel like I've put in a lot of work so I'm more than confident in my foot.