{"id":2568,"date":"2025-04-09T21:00:09","date_gmt":"2025-04-10T01:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/hornets-guard-speaks-out-after-shocking-injury-to-jaylen-wells\/"},"modified":"2025-04-09T21:00:14","modified_gmt":"2025-04-10T01:00:14","slug":"hornets-guard-speaks-out-after-shocking-injury-to-jaylen-wells","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/hornets-guard-speaks-out-after-shocking-injury-to-jaylen-wells\/","title":{"rendered":"Hornets Guard Speaks Out After Shocking Injury to Jaylen Wells"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Memphis Grizzlies decisively defeated the Charlotte Hornets 124-100 during an away game on Tuesday, although the triumph was marred by a distressing incident.<\/p>\n

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During a rapid breakaway dunk, Grizzlies’ promising newcomer Jaylen Wells suffered a severe fall caused by Hornets\u2019 rookie KJ Simpson, who dangerously undercut him. The incident led to Wells being carried off the court on a stretcher to the hospital, while Simpson faced a barrage of criticism for his dangerous actions.<\/p>\n

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Simpson was penalized with a flagrant 2 foul and was subsequently ejected from the match.<\/p>\n

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Jaylen Wells was injured during a dunk attempt and was evacuated from the court on a stretcher.<\/p>\n

KJ Simpson received a flagrant 2 foul and was ejected from the game. pic.twitter.com\/wOOXBNv7l4<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 ESPN (@espn) April 9, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Following the game, Simpson expressed his remorse through social media, apologizing to Wells and his family for the injurious play.<\/p>\n

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Via KJ Simpson: “My prayers are with @jaylen_wells, I know we already spoke and are good friends bro but again I just wanted to express not only to J but to his family as well how deeply sorry I am. I would never intentionally harm anyone. I\u2019m just extremely sorry “<\/p>\n

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My prayers are with @jaylen_wells<\/a>, I know we already spoke and are good friends bro but again I just wanted to express not only to J but to his family as well how deeply sorry I am. I would never purposely do that to anyone. I\u2019m just extremely sorry <\/p>\n

\u2014 KJ Simpson (@KSimpsonJr) April 9, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Simpson appeared visibly upset after Wells’ injury, indicating the incident was an unfortunate accident but nonetheless a reckless one. Wells acknowledged Simpson’s apology on his social media page.<\/p>\n

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Via Jaylen Wells: “Much love brotherThank you”<\/p>\n

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Much love brotherThank you<\/p>\n

\u2014 Jaylen Wells (@jaylen_wells) April 9, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Wells has been a significant contributor for Memphis this season, averaging 10.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.7 steals per game. With only three games remaining before the playoffs, the Grizzlies are eager for his quick recovery, especially after achieving a three-game win streak that has built up their momentum.<\/p>\n

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