Following the 2026 NBA Playoff run, the Toronto Raptors announced some important news regarding their star forward, Brandon Ingram.
According to an official statement released by the team, Ingram underwent surgery to take care of his heel issue, which affected his availability during the postseason.
Raptors Release An Official Statement
GettyTORONTO, CANADA – APRIL 12: Brandon Ingram #3 of the Toronto Raptors celebrates a teammate’s basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half of their basketball game at the Scotiabank Arena on April 12, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)
“The Toronto Raptors announced Friday that forward Brandon Ingram underwent surgery to address his ongoing right heel pain. A heel spur was removed by Dr. Martin O’Malley at New York’s Hospital for Special Surgery. Ingram is expected to fully recover and be ready for training camp in September.
Ingram was named an all-star for the second time last season, averaging a team-high 21.5 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 33.8 minutes in 77 games (all starts).” via Raptors
During the Raptors’ seven-game series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Ingram appeared in five games.
Due to his heel injury, the star forward missed the final two games of the postseason. The Raptors were eliminated by the Cavaliers in Game 7.
During Ingram’s five-game stretch, he saw the court for just under 30 minutes per game. He posted averages of 12.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.2 assists. Ingram shot 32.8% from the field and knocked down 38.5% of his threes.
GettyTORONTO, CANADA – APRIL 26: Brandon Ingram #3 of the Toronto Raptors drives to the net against Max Strus #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during first half of Game Four of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena on April 26, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images)
“It’s something that I’ve been dealing with since it flared up in March, and I had no time to rest it,” Ingram told reporters.
“We were trying to make the playoffs. Coming off last season and playing 18 games, I really prided myself on trying to be out there every single night. It got to a point–it got to a discomfort that–I couldn’t push off of it. I couldn’t do the things on the floor that I needed to do to be effective. Going out in Game 5 or Game 6, I went to the back, and I was trying to come back, and the medical staff kind of ruled me out because they were trying to save me from myself a little bit. That was frustrating. I definitely wanted to be out there with my team.”
The Raptors acquired Ingram via trade during the 2024-2025 NBA season. He was in the midst of his sixth season with the New Orleans Pelicans.
After seeing the court for 18 games, Ingram battled injuries throughout the year. After getting shipped off to Toronto, the standout forward sat out for the remainder of the season. His debut run with the Raptors included 77 appearances during the regular season.