article_snippet.sent: Thabo Sefolosha did not specify Thabo Sefolosha injury in Thabo Sefolosha statement Tuesday, but the Hawks said last week that Thabo Sefolosha has a fractured fibula and ligament damage, will undergo surgery and will miss the rest of the season, including the playoffs, which begin this weekend.
article_snippet.sent: Sefolosha, who turns 31 in May, is in Thabo Sefolosha ninth NBA season and Thabo Sefolosha first with the Hawks.
article_snippet.sent: Thabo Sefolosha averaged 5.3 points per game his ninth NBA season.
article_snippet.sent: I am extremely disappointed that I will not be able to join my teammates on the court during the playoffs and apologize to the court for any distraction this incident has caused," Thabo Sefolosha said in his statement Tuesday.
article_snippet.sent: Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer said in a statement last week, "This is a very difficult situation for Thabo and our thoughts and support will be with Thabo during Thabo recovery.
article_snippet.sent: our know that Thabo approach and dedication will serve Thabo well in Thabo rehabilitation.
article_snippet.sent: According to the Pacers, Thabo underwent surgery on Thabo abdomen and left elbow for stab wounds.
article_snippet.sent: Thabo was released from the hospital two days after the incident, according to Bleacher Report.