New Zealand Breakers lose forward Rob Baker II to season-ending ACL injury

Baker was injured during the team’s 104-86 road victory against the Cairns Taipans last Saturday. After landing in Melbourne, MRI scans confirmed a ruptured Anterior Cruciate Ligament
(ACL) in his right knee.

He faces surgery and rehabilitation that will keep him off the court for the rest of the campaign.

Breakers head of basketball operations Dillon Boucher said the news is a heavy blow for the player and the club.

“We are absolutely devastated for Rob. Since arriving, he has been a consummate professional and a vital part of our starting group. To see his season end like this, especially after such a gritty win in Cairns, is heartbreaking.