Is Jeremy Lin Out For The Season Over Knee Injury?

Brooklyn Nets guard Jeremy Lin will likely miss the entire season, according to a statement from the team Thursday. Lin was diagnosed with a ruptured patellar tendon in his right knee.

“Jeremy worked tremendously hard during the offseason and in training camp and was excited for the prospects of the team this season,” said Nets general manager Sean Marks in a statement. “We feel awful that the injury will cost him the season, however our entire organization will be there to support Jeremy in every way possible throughout his recovery. Jeremy remains an important part of this team and will continue to contribute in a leadership role.”

Lin came down awkwardly on a drive to the basket in the fourth quarter of the Nets season opener against the Indiana Pacers Wednesday night. The Nets went on to lose the game 140-131.

After landing, Lin looked in shock for a moment, before crying out in pain.

Lin, 29, joined the Nets last year after stints with several teams including the Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets and New York Knicks.