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Further introspection reveals that Lewis isn’t alone. Teammates Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa share a troubling trend of injuries throughout their careers. Buxton, who has only played over 100 games twice in his career, averages just 81 games played per season. Despite this concerning statistic, he secured a lucrative deal of $100 million, showcasing how executives can be seduced by flashes of brilliance rather than sustained performance.
Correa, despite being a highly paid player, has struggles of his own; the previous season saw him playing in only 86 games. The alluring combination of skills and potential left many questioning why the Lakers felt such pressure to sign him long-term, even with his chronic injury history.