Scoot Henderson's Hamstring Recovery Slows, Return Remains 'Week to Week'

Portland Trail Blazers' Scoot Henderson, the former No. 3 pick, is still "week to week" in his recovery from a torn left hamstring sustained before training camp. Eight weeks post-injury, he is not close to returning, despite having made "a lot of progress." Henderson can walk and do some stationary ballhandling and free throws, but no jumping or exploding. The team initially projected a 4-8 week return timeline. This extended absence pauses a crucial evaluation season for Henderson and the Trail Blazers, who need to assess his potential as a franchise cornerstone alongside teammates like Deni Avdija and Shaedon Sharpe. The team is being patient due to the nature of hamstring injuries.