Overview

• Elisburg detailed body-wide infections that affected his liver and kidneys, required multiple surgeries, and led to a partial foot amputation.
• He is back in his office and estimates he is completing roughly 80% of his typical September responsibilities.
• Rehabilitation includes frequent physical therapy, continued wheelchair use, and early assisted steps using parallel bars.
• He stayed involved in team business, placing Miami’s official call for the No. 20 pick, Kasparas Jakucionis, from a wheelchair during the draft.
• Team leaders Micky and Nick Arison and Pat Riley urged him to prioritize recovery, and he plans to limit travel to home activities as media day and training camp at FAU begin ahead of the Oct. 22 opener.