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T.J. Ford	#5 \| Guard \| Indiana Pacers

Height: 6-0 Weight: 165 Born: 1983-3-24, Houston, Texas

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December 22, 2007
It remains entirely unclear when, or if, T.J. Ford will return from his head injury. "The doctors are going to give their opinions, and we'll go from there," said coach Sam Mitchell, according to the Toronto Sun. "But we have to let the doctors get all the information together, and give their opinion, and then it's up to how T.J. feels." He's been to a couple of specialists and may see more, but at this point consider him to be out indefinitely.

December 13, 2007
Raptors guard T.J. Ford wont even consider coming back to practice for at least a week after the a flagrant foul by Atlantas Al Horford had him staying the night on Tuesday in the hospital, the Toronto Star reported. Ford said he isnt worried about another incident; he just wants to give his body enough time to heal.

December 11, 2007
T.J. Ford left the court Tuesday on a stretcher following a fall. He was headed toward a breakaway basket when Atlanta rookie Al Horford hit his face with his hand, according to the AP. "After a while I could see him moving and that was a relief," Chris Bosh said. "It turns my stomach because of who it is. Like I say, we know about his situation and everything. He was conscious. He wasn't trying to move too much. I'm sure he was feeling pain in his arms and legs. I just hope he's OK." Ford missed the 2004-05 season following neck surgery, which obviously makes this sort of injury particularly scary for him. We'll keep you updated on his prognosis.

December 5, 2007
The good news for the Raptors is that guard T.J. Ford will return to the lineup on Wednesday night, the bad news is that forwards Chris Bosh and Andrea Bargnani will again be watching the game in civilian attire. Bosh has been bothered by a strained groin for about a week, and Bargnani hyper-extended his left knee on Saturday.

December 3, 2007
It's not clear yet if T.J. Ford will be able to play on Monday. "It depends how he feels," coach Sam Mitchell told the Toronto Sun. Ford has played only sparingly in two games since returning from a neck stinger, so expect him to be limited again if he suits up Monday.

December 1, 2007
As had been hoped, T.J. Ford was able to return from his shoulder stinger on Friday. However, he came off the bench and mustered just two points and six dimes in 17 minutes. He'll start and pick up the pace once he's closer to full strength.

November 30, 2007
Raptors point guard T.J. Ford could play for the first time on Friday since suffering a left arm stinger on November 20. The Toronto Star reported that Ford had his first significant practice in a week on Thursday. However, he may return in a reserve role behind Jose Calderon.

November 28, 2007
T.J. Ford (shoulder stinger) doesn't think he'll be ready to play again until at least the weekend, the Toronto Sun reports. Jose Calderon has been playing well in his absence.

November 25, 2007
T.J. Ford (shoulder stinger) was held out Saturday and is no sure thing to play Sunday. Jose Calderon is manning the point for Toronto while Ford is unavailable.

November 21, 2007
T.J. Ford didn't play the final 16 minutes Tuesday because of a shoulder stinger, the AP reports. "Josh (Howard) exploded into me and I took the full hit," Ford said. "It's not that serious. ... There's a pain and a tingling feeling in my left arm. It's calmed down right now. We'll see how it responds (Wednesday)."

October 18, 2007
Raptors point guard T.J. Ford tied a team-high with 13 points and handed out a team-best 11 assists in Wednesdays preseason victory over Zalgiris Kaunas. Ford also added a rebound in his 24 minutes.

May 4, 2007
Raptors guard T.J. Ford did not scrimmage with the team on Thursday after suffering a stinger in Game 5 against the Nets, but traveled with the team to New Jersey for Fridays Game 6 despite his playing status being doubtful, the Toronto Sun reported. "Scott (McCullough -- Raptors head athletic trainer) said T.J. felt better, but I didn't talk to him," Mitchell said of Ford's status, adding that he "does not have a clue" whether Ford will be able to play.

May 3, 2007
After suffering a stinger in Tuesday nights game against the Nets, Raptors point guard T.J. Ford did not practice on Wednesday and walked gingerly in his brief appearance at practice, the Toronto Star reported. When asked about his availability for Fridays game, Ford just said, well see.

May 1, 2007
T.J. Ford left shortly after colliding with New Jersey's Vince Carter with less than 30 seconds to play in the first quarter Tuesday night, according to the AP. Ford, who suffered what team officials called a "stinger," was taken to a hospital for tests. He returned to the arena and was sitting on the bench late in the fourth quarter. Tests showed no serious problems but Ford still complained of soreness after the game.

February 10, 2007
T.J. Ford returned to the starting lineup for the Raptors last night, though he mustered just six points and seven dimes against the Lakers. Jose Calderon had been starting while Ford recovered from an ankle injury. Expect Ford to get back to his usual production after the All-Star break.

February 4, 2007
T.J. Ford had 17 points and seven assists in just 21 minutes off the bench on Sunday. Ford is clearly getting closer to 100 percent as he comes back from an ankle injury.

February 4, 2007
T.J. Ford said that he probably won't return to the starting lineup until later this week, according to the Toronto Sun. Ford has come off the bench since returning from an ankle injury because he's not 100 percent and because Jose Calderon has been playing well.

January 23, 2007
T.J. Ford was sidelined on Monday with his ankle injury, and he may sit out Wednesday's game, as well, according to the Toronto Star. "It's tough, I didn't feel I could play and be productive," Ford said. "Basically, it's just sore. It just stiffened up on me today. We've been monitoring it and I wouldn't have made it any better if I'd tried to play."

January 22, 2007
T.J. Ford was not in uniform Monday because of a sore right ankle, the AP reports. It's the same ankle that caused Ford to miss three games three weeks ago, though he had played eight games in a row since that issue.

January 8, 2007
As expected, T.J. Ford got back into action on Sunday after missing time with a sprained ankle. He looked sharp, scoring 20 points and adding three dimes and two steals.

January 7, 2007
T.J. Ford said Saturday that he expects to get back in game action on Sunday, according to the Toronto Star. He's been sidelined recently by a sprained ankle.

January 3, 2007
T.J. Ford will be a game-time call this evening due to his sprained ankle, according to the Toronto Star. Ford got in a little practice yesterday and will test out the joint in this morning's shootaround.

January 2, 2007
T.J. Ford, who is recovering from a sprained ankle, did not participate in Monday's workout, according to the Toronto Star. His status for Wednesday's game against the Suns is up in the air.

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