1.   Although Pierce returned to the game, his play was limited by the ankle problem and the Kansas lead began to shrink.

2.   And with Marvin Jones out for at least another two weeks with his chronic ankle problem, Lewis will continue to be the man in the middle.

3.   Ankle problems dogged Shaw in late December, but coach Phil Jackson has started to rely on him again recently, especially with Derek Fisher struggling with his shot.

4.   Brunell has reportedly exhibited no ill effects of the ankle problem that kept him out of three games at the end of the regular season.

5.   But a wide receiver with a long-term ankle problem is a disaster, especially when it comes to a player like Randy who relies on his speed and quickness.

6.   Chris Slade is said to be returning to full health after a month of ankle problems.

7.   Clark has ankle problems and Alexander comes off the disabled list today after having surgery on his right knee.

8.   Defensive tackle John Henderson, the Outland Trophy winner, finally got over his ankle problems.

9.   He has an ankle problem.

10.   He was placed on the injured list with what was announced as ankle problems, but MRIs revealed nothing.