Darius Garland Provides Update on Recovery from Toe Injury Before 2025-26 NBA Season

Cleveland Cavaliers' star guard Darius Garland recently participated in his first celebrity softball game, during which he provided an update on his recovery from offseason toe surgery. Although unable to participate in the game itself due to his injury, Garland expressed optimism about his rehabilitation progress ahead of the upcoming 2025-26 NBA season. "I'm feeling excellent," Garland stated. "The recovery is going smoothly. I'm here supporting my foundation and spreading positivity throughout Cleveland. I enjoy baseball, so I wanted to make the event both competitive and fun. Being new to hosting, I was a bit nervous, but I hope everyone has a great time." While there is a possibility Garland might miss some regular-season matches due to his injury, indications suggest he is on track for a full recovery. Reflecting on his decision to undergo surgery, Garland explained, "I wasn't myself. It was challenging. I hoped to avoid surgery in the long run, but it became necessary to ensure I get healthy. It was an easy decision to make for my future performance." During the 2024-25 playoffs, Garland missed games against the Miami Heat and Indiana Pacers because of his toe injury. He ...