Great news everyone: Greg Oden's knees have not swollen to an unacceptable size.
We know that to be the case because the Miami Heat's trainers have been measuring the big man's problematic joints after each tiny step of his latest comeback effort. If Oden's knees get a little too puffy, the injury-plagued center doesn't get to move forward in his recovery.
But Oden has been moving forward, slowly and steadily.
If his progress continues, it's possible that for the first time in four years, Oden will be the protagonist in a feel-good story. Up to this point, he's been the victim in some kind of tragic play, which is why everyone in the NBA community is hoping he can make it back onto the court during an actual game.
Oden's return is about more than overcoming personal struggles, though. In fact, there are far-reaching implications attached to his comeback that could shape the future of the Heat franchise and have an impact on the overall NBA landscape.
Everyone should be paying close attention to Greg Oden.
Oden's Impact on the Heat
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Article written by Grant Hughes
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