NBA draft injury watch: Checking in on Nerlens Noel, Alex Len and more

Nerlens Noel said he is ‘ahead of schedule’ in his recovery from a torn ACL in his left knee. (Phil Sandlin/AP) The pecking order of the 2013 NBA draft may be

Nerlens Noel said he is ‘ahead of schedule’ in his recovery from a torn ACL in his left knee. (Phil Sandlin/AP)

The pecking order of the 2013 NBA draft may be hugely impacted by injuries. Four potential lottery picks, including both of the draft’s high-profile big men, are recovering from injury. What’s the latest on the injured heading into Thursday’s draft? Here’s a quick primer on where things stand: