Al Jefferson declined to be a member of Team USA this summer so he could let his foot heal for the 2014-15 season, Mike Perchick of WAPT reports.

Jefferson declined to be a member of Team USA this summer so he could let his foot heal for the 2014-15 season, Mike Perchick of WAPT reports.

Analysis:

Jefferson struggled through the end of the season last year with a foot injury that he decided to play through during Charlotte's playoff series against Miami. His decision shows that the injury is still of some concern, but an entire offseason of rest will be beneficial for his 2014-15 campaign.