Draymond Green Cleared to Return to Practice for the Warriors
Draymond Green, the forward for the Golden State Warriors, has been cleared to rejoin practice following a stint on the injured list due to a left calf strain. Green has missed the last four games since sustaining the injury on January 18 against the Washington Wizards. His return to practice is significant for the Warriors as they navigate the challenges of competing in a tightly contested Western Conference.
Head coach Steve Kerr confirmed that Green is progressing well, allowing him to engage in light on-court activities. This development comes at a crucial time, as the Warriors have faced difficulties in both offensive and defensive efficiency in Green's absence.
- Green has appeared in 34 games this season, averaging 8.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 5.4 assists on shooting percentages of 42% from the field and 36% from three-point range.
- With Green sidelined, the Warriors have struggled, posting a record of 4-7 during his absence.
- He is not expected to play in the upcoming games against the Utah Jazz, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Phoenix Suns, but is anticipated to be monitored on a day-to-day basis moving forward.
In addition to Green's injury update, the team announced that Jonathan Kuminga will remain sidelined as he recovers from a significant ankle sprain. He is expected to miss at least two weeks, which adds to the Warriors' challenges as they seek to regain momentum and improve their standing in the league.
The Warriors currently sit at 22-23 and rank 11th in the Western Conference, only four games out of the fifth seed. Green's presence on the court is pivotal, especially as the team prepares for their upcoming schedule.
Sources: East Bay Times, Mercury News, RealGM