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Day'Ron Sharpe on his struggles of missing games due to his hyperextended left knee

Sharpe is progressing well in his recovery from a hyperextended knee.

Peter Sunjic

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Before he got injured, Day’Ron Sharpe was one of the best bright spots on the Brooklyn Nets roster. He was doing a fantastic job of being the team’s most reliable backup big, as the Nets never felt they were too small out there.

Unfortunately, Sharpe has been out for the past few weeks with a hyperextended left knee, which completely sidelined him from the lineup. Brooklyn is struggling without Sharpe’s presence and rebounding ability. For Day’Ron himself, it’s not been a walk in the park during his quest to return.

“I think it’s just been tough overall. I’m a basketball player. I like playing basketball. Not being able to be on the court, just to be able to shoot regular jump-shots, stuff like that, just kind of irritates me,” Day’Ron said during a shootaround interview. “Watching the game too, wanting to play, you know, that type of thing. So I’m trying to get back as fast as I can but make sure when I come back, I’m not going to sit back out.”

Day’Ron is a vital piece of the roster

Nic Claxton is the undisputed starter for the Brooklyn roster, but Sharpe has become a valuable piece of the system. Coach Jacque Vaughn can trust Day’Ron to play 15 to 25 minutes of pure hustle and stability.

The former North Carolina Tar Heel has superb rebounding instincts, as he does not rely on having the highest jump or the strongest body. Day’Ron mostly relies on timing with his rebounds, cementing him as one of the best backup centers in the league.

Day’Ron is racing his way back

A knee injury is challenging to return from, but Day’Ron is doing his best to do it properly with solid speed. He has been working hard during the rehabilitation process, and he’s bound to return sometime soon.

“I really don’t get hurt that bad. It’s just tough. And I was playing well, so you know, I’m just trying to get back into the flow of things and just start back up where I finished,” Sharpe said during the same shootaround.

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Peter Sunjic
PETER SUNJIC

Peter's journey with basketball commenced in the first grade, and it has since evolved into an integral part of his life. Standing on the brink of a potential professional playing career, Peter ultimately chose to pursue a degree in Political Science and Journalism in Zagreb, Croatia. Despite this academic pursuit, his deep-rooted love for the game of basketball endured, undiminished. Now, as a writer and editor, Peter finds an avenue to channel his unwavering passion for basketball-related news and analysis. Whether it's deciphering the latest happenings or delving into the lore of old-school basketball, he covers every corner of the NBA world.

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