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What career-ending injury did Stein suffer?

  • Broken Leg

  • Ankle Injuries

  • Back Injury

  • Wrist Fracture

Answer

Ankle injuries, specifically multiple high ankle sprains, ultimately led to Stein's early retirement from basketball. These injuries severely compromised his mobility and explosiveness on the court, hindering his ability to compete at the highest level. Despite undergoing multiple surgeries and extensive rehabilitation, he was unable to regain his previous form, forcing him to prematurely end his promising NBA career.
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