Los Angeles Lakers’ Pau Gasol could have a torn Plantar Fascia

Feb. 5, 2013; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Los Angeles Lakers power forward Pau Gasol (16) is checked by the trainer after an apparent injury on the court against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Barclays Center. Lakers won 92-83. Mandatory Credit: Debby Wong-USA TODAY Sports

It seems like the Los Angeles Lakers‘ injury woes continue. Last night Pau Gasol left the game against the Brooklyn Nets early due to an ankle injury. According to Brian Windhorst, of ESPN, Gasol will have an MRI on Wednesday:

Gasol to get MRI on right foot tomorrow

— Brian Windhorst (@WindhorstESPN) February 6, 2013

Gasol said he felt “a pop” in bottom of foot and he’s worried about it.

— Brian Windhorst (@WindhorstESPN) February 6, 2013

While nothing is definite just yet, it certainly doesn’t sound good. Windhorst says that the Lakers fear he might have torn his pantar fascia, which would most likely rule Gasol out for a while. Richard Hamilton, of the Chicago Bulls, had the same injury earlier this season and ended up missing 12 games.

Lakers already have Dwight Howard on the shelf due to a shoulder injury, although the All-Star center should be making a return relatively soon.

Stay tuned to KJG as we continue to track the latest on Gasol’s injury.

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