​The Western Conference Playoffs just got a whole lot more interesting.





The Golden State Warriors were barely clinging onto the top spot in the West, with the Spurs slowly but surely creeping up, ready to pounce and take over the top spot. With just 1.5 games separating the two, it made this weekend's big matchup mean even more.





However, most of both team's stars were ruled out for the game, including Kawhi Leonard, Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Klay Thompson. Now, Spurs big man Lamarcus Aldridge will also miss the game, and many more following a concerning condition.

LaMarcus Aldridge will be out for an indefinite period due to an occurrence of a minor heart arrhythmia. pic.twitter.com/s0D2Enc6RO — San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) March 11, 2017

​​The team announced that Aldridge will be out indefinitely due to the appearance of a minor heart arrhythmia, which basically means that his heart is not beating in normal rhythm, which could lead to severe circumstances for a basketball player constantly putting pressure on the organ.





Aldridge will now go through a series of tests and examinations to make sure it is safe for him to return to the court.





In a situation like this, long-term health takes precedence. We're hoping the best for Aldridge and that he is able to make a speedy recovery to the court soon!

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