A concerning incident unfolded during the Memphis Grizzlies' game against the Charlotte Hornets when rookie Jaylen Wells suffered a serious fall while attempting a dunk. As he soared for the basket, Hornets guard KJ Simpson undercut him, leading to a hard landing that rendered Wells unable to get back up. The arena fell silent as medical personnel promptly attended to him, and he was subsequently stretchered off the court and taken to a hospital.

This incident has raised concerns, particularly given that Wells, a second-round pick from Washington State, has been a standout performer for Memphis, averaging 10.5 points per game. Teammates and opposing players alike expressed their support during the harrowing moment, gathering in prayer as they awaited updates on Wells’ condition. Meanwhile, Simpson received a flagrant two foul for the dangerous play, leading to his ejection from the game.