Chris Copeland released from hospital
Indiana Pacers forward Chris Copeland was released from a New York hospital two days after a Wednesday morning stabbing incident, a source told ESPN's Josina Anderson.
Copeland suffered knife wounds to his left elbow and abdomen, and a source told Anderson the knife blade touched his diaphragm and fractured a rib. In addition, a source with knowledge of the situation told ESPN's Chris Broussard that Copeland fractured his elbow. He also suffered lacerations to his left hand.
Copeland was in stable condition Thursday after undergoing surgery. He had been expected to remain in intensive care for two or three more days, the source told Anderson, because doctors wanted to clear the wound on Copeland's elbow to prevent infection.
In a statement Thursday, Copeland said, "I just want to thank everyone for their well wishes and prayers. I'm overwhelmed with the outpouring of support. I look forward to coming back stronger than ever. Thank you."
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