INDEPENDENCE, Ohio — Kevin Love’s left knee injury has the Cavaliers concerned about the All-Star forward, who will get a second opinion while his teammates are in Minnesota.
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Love was ruled out of tonight’s game against the Timberwolves, his former team, and there is a strong possibility he’ll miss more time. The Cavs host Indiana on Wednesday in their final game before the All-Star break.
Love, who is averaging 20 points and 11.1 rebounds for the defending NBA champions, is scheduled to play for the Eastern Conference in the All-Star Game on Saturday at New Orleans.
The 28-year-old complained of soreness and had swelling after Saturday’s win over Denver. He had an MRI exam Sunday, and though the Cavs have not disclosed results, the fact that Love will visit another doctor suggests that something was detected.
The new injury comes after Love had seemingly moved past a back issue. He missed several games with spasms but said he and the team had figured out a treatment program that had the problem under control.
It’s not known when Love hurt his knee. He had 16 points, nine rebounds and five assists in 34 minutes against the Nuggets.
After Monday’s practice, Cavs coach Tyronn Lue said he’s anxious about Love’s injury.
"Always concerned when guys are going down," Lue said. "And we’re already limited as it is. Definitely concerned, but gotta see how he feels. Just get evaluated tomorrow and see how he feels."
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