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Stuttgart’s Jonas Truchanovičius Suffers Another ACL Tear, Faces Lengthy Absence

A prior rupture of the same ligament in 2023 underscores a difficult run of knee injuries for the 32-year-old.

Overview

  • TVB Stuttgart confirmed that Jonas Truchanovičius tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee during Sunday’s 29–31 loss to MT Melsungen.
  • The club stated he will be out for months or for an unspecified period, with no return timetable announced.
  • Managing director Jürgen Schweikardt called the news “incredibly bitter” and said the team will support the player through his recovery.
  • The Lithuanian backcourt player previously sustained the same ACL injury in September 2023 and underwent additional knee surgery in 2024 after a brief comeback.
  • Stuttgart extended his contract by one year in the summer, citing his importance to the squad on and off the court.