Hamilton to miss remainder of NBL26 with ACL injury

Tasmania JackJumpers guard Bryce Hamilton has been ruled out for the remaining games in NBL26, after scans showed he has unfortunately suffered a ruptured Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL).

Hamilton left the court with pain in his right knee on Thursday night in Sydney and underwent scans on Friday afternoon. 

“It’s absolutely devastating for Bryce, and for our group. We’re all really feeling for him” General Manager Basketball, Darren Smith said. 

“We were hopeful, with initial indications, that his injury was minor and any pain could be appropriately managed by our High Performance team. 

“However, scans have confirmed our worst fears, and he’ll now work with our medical team to determine the best course of action for surgery and recovery” Smith said. 

“Obviously this adds to our injury list at a crucial time of the season, but we know we have the depth to finish the season well and make our fans proud”. 

The JackJumpers will suit up 10 players for tonight’s Round 18 game against Illawarra including Tasmanian Ryley Haywood as an IRP (Deng - Concussion).