Former NBA star Vlade Divac has found himself in the headlines once again, but this time it’s not for his basketball skills. The 7-foot Serbian center recently underwent surgery after suffering an injury in a motorcycle crash that left fans shocked and scratching their heads.
According to sources close to the situation, Divac was out for a leisurely ride on his motorcycle when he attempted to perform a wheelie and lost control, resulting in a rather ungraceful spill. The 53-year-old legend was rushed to the hospital where he underwent emergency surgery for a broken leg and a bruised ego.
In a statement released by his spokesperson, Divac assured fans that he was in good spirits despite the mishap. “I may have fumbled the ball on this one, but I’ll be back on my feet and dunking in no time,” Divac joked from his hospital bed.
The news of Divac’s crash sent shockwaves through the basketball community, with former teammates and opponents sending well wishes and speedy recovery messages. However, not everyone was sympathetic to Divac’s plight.
“I always knew Vlade had a few screws loose, but I didn’t think he’d take it this far,” joked former Lakers star Shaquille O’Neal in a lighthearted jab at his former rival.
Even comedian Chris Rock couldn’t resist poking fun at the situation, saying, “I guess you could say Vlade was really trying to ‘wheelie’ impress everyone with his motorcycle skills.”
As Divac continues to recover from his injuries, fans are eagerly awaiting his return to the spotlight. Whether he’ll be back on the court or sticking to four wheels instead of two remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure – this crash has certainly revved up the drama in Divac’s post-NBA career.
