Chandler Parsons’ NBA Career May Be Over After Suffering ‘Severe And Permanent’ Injuries From Drunk Driver

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On January 15, Hawks forward Chandler Parsons was involved in a scary car crash after a drunk driver struck Parsons as he was on his way home from Hawks practice.

The Hawks organization released a statement last week claiming that the 31-year-old was diagnosed with a concussion and whiplash and would be entering the league’s concussion protocol.

But Monday the law firm Morgan & Morgan released a more dire take on Parsons injury, claiming he suffered “multiple severe and permanent injuries including a traumatic brain injury, disc herniation and a torn labrum” as the result of a car crash that could “potentially” end his career.

The firm representing Parsons described how recklessly the accused acted on the afternoon of January 15.

“The at-fault driver created utter chaos on the roadway, needlessly endangering the lives of countless motorists; he now stands charged with DUI, admitted drinking, had alcohol in the car with him, passed out after causing a three-car crash at 2:00PM on a Wednesday in a busy intersection, seriously injuring and potentially ending Mr. Parsons’ career as a professional athlete.”

“Chandler is having a difficult time accepting the consequences of the defendant’s reckless conduct on the roadway,” Morgan & Morgan said.

Parsons has been plagued by knee injuries his entire career, playing in just 95 games over his three seasons with the Grizzlies after signing a four-year, $94.4 million contract with the team in 2016.

Just last month, Parsons reported he was “the most healthy I’ve been in a long time.”

Morgan & Morgan emphasized Parson’s peak condition before the crash.

“Chandler was in peak physical condition at the time of the wreck. He is now working with a team of doctors to regain his health, and at this time, his ability to return to play is unclear. Our focus right now is on helping him make a full recovery, while we also work to hold any and all responsible parties fully accountable.”

We’ll keep you posted on Parsons’ condition.

[h/t ESPN]

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