Read these two excerpts. Which two of the following did NBA players Bill Walton and Ralph Sampson have in common?
A) Both players were forced to retire after their rookie season.
B) Injuries kept them from becoming the best they could be.
C) Neither athlete played a minute in a regular season game.
D) Both were selected as their teams’ top choices for new players.
E) Knee injuries for both players led to issues with their feet.
What Did NBA Players Bill Walton and Ralph Sampson Have in Common?
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The correct answers are B) Injuries kept them from becoming the best they could be and E) Knee injuries for both players led to issues with their feet.
Explanation:
Both Bill Walton and Ralph Sampson faced significant injury challenges during their careers. Walton’s career was plagued by foot and knee injuries, which ultimately hindered his performance and longevity in the NBA. Similarly, Sampson also had knee injuries that contributed to problems with his feet, impacting his career trajectory. These shared experiences reflect how injuries affected their potential and success in the league.