NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the league is researching why Achilles injuries have increased. NEW YORK (AP) – The NBA had already convened a panel of experts to study Achilles tendon injuries even before Indiana star Tyrese Haliburton ruptured his in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, Commissioner Adam Silver said Wednesday night.

Adam Silver Reveals NBA Will Use AI For Major Injury Issue originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The NBA has seen a significant uptick in Achilles injuries over the past five years or so. This year alone, seven players sustained season-ending Achilles injuries, with three of those injuries happening in the playoffs.