Clippers forward Marcus Morris brutal injury update

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Clippers forward Marcus Morris was recently reported to have suffered a serious injury on his right knee.

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The injury occurred during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers and has since been confirmed by the Clippers.

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The injury occurred during the fourth quarter of the game when Morris was trying to chase down a loose ball.

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He landed awkwardly on his right leg and had to be stretchered off the court.

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Immediately after the injury, Morris was taken to an orthopedic specialist for an MRI scan.

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The results of the scan revealed a torn lateral meniscus, as well as a sprained MCL.

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The injury is expected to sideline Morris for the remainder of the season and could potentially have long-term repercussions.

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The Clippers have already had to adjust their strategy to cope with the loss of Morris

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And the team has since acquired forward Reggie Jackson to replace him.

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