In the preseason, a common denominator around the league is for teams to allow their key players to maximize their reps under a minutes restriction. Everyone wants a bite of the playoffs, but with so much to lose, given that there is no reward in the end, injuries are horrifying.
However, the offseason has its own risks. There have been countless instances where players in all sports have faced injuries while preparing for the season, which, to some, come with different consequences, as not everyone in the industry receives guaranteed money.
Moreover, off-season basketball leagues and tournaments, such as FIBA Basketball, the Olympics, or the Drew League, share a parallel unpredictability in that players often injure themselves in their pursuit of the international spotlight.