Cliff Alexander Tears Knee Cartilage, Returns To Workouts

After missing thePortland Trail Blazers' season opener amidst reports that hemay need knee surgery,Cliff Alexanderhas returned to individual workouts and the team will monitor the injured left knee closely.

Blazers rookie@CAlexanderwaiting to see how left knee responds; says he may need surgeryhttps://t.co/JZnbSGCOI9

— Jason Quick (@jwquick)October 30, 2015

Joe Freeman of The Oregonian reports that Alexander tore cartilage in his knee.

Cliff Alexander says he "tore some cartilage" in his knee. Surgery is possible, but he's 'pain free' for now |https://t.co/FwVMA0VcJs

— Joe Freeman (@BlazerFreeman)October 30, 2015

Statement from Alexander perJason Quick of CSNNW:

"I can continue to play on it, but if it gets swollen again, or if it starts feeling pain again, I might need surgery,’’ Alexander said. "So, I’m just waiting. I feel good right now.’’

Alexander remains on the inactive list for tonight's game in Phoenix.