Challenges Faced by Grant Hill: Obstacles and Turning Points

Life is full of challenges, and Grant Hill faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.

Grant Hill is a former NBA player, now a basketball executive and sports team owner. He co-owns the Atlanta Hawks and has ownership stakes in Orlando City SC (MLS) and Orlando Pride (NWSL). He is also part of the ownership group that purchased the Baltimore Orioles in 2024. Additionally, Hill works as a basketball analyst for CBS and Turner Sports.

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April 15, 2000: Sprained Ankle

On April 15, 2000, Grant Hill sprained his left ankle in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers, 7 days before the start of the playoffs.

2000: Ankle Injury

In 2000, Grant Hill suffered an ankle injury that significantly altered the trajectory of his basketball career.

March 2003: Ankle Surgery and MRSA Infection

In March 2003, Grant Hill underwent ankle surgery where doctors re-fractured and realigned his ankle with his leg bone. He subsequently contracted a potentially fatal methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection, requiring hospitalization and intravenous antibiotics.

2003: MRSA Advocate

After contracting a life-threatening MRSA infection in 2003, Grant Hill became an advocate for the awareness and prevention of MRSA.

2005: Nagging Groin Injuries and Sports Hernia

During the 2005-06 season, Grant Hill was frequently injured as nagging groin injuries kept him sidelined for much of the first half of the season, limiting him to 21 games. He developed a sports hernia and underwent surgery for the hernia. Hill stated that he would consider retirement if he had to get another surgery.

2006: Ankle Rotation Therapy

In 2006, Grant Hill received ankle rotation therapy from specialists in Vancouver, British Columbia, during the off-season and regained much motion in his left ankle.