Steve Kerr Provides Update on Draymond Green's Calf Injury and Expected Return
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr recently spoke to the media following the team's 130-105 loss to the Phoenix Suns, where he addressed the pressing question on many fans' minds regarding Draymond Green's recovery from a left calf strain. Green has been sidelined since January 18 after sustaining the injury during a game against the Washington Wizards, causing him to miss several critical matchups, including the last ten games. Kerr confirmed that Green has progressed well, having recently participated in scrimmages and scheduled to practice with the team.
During his update, Kerr stated, "He scrimmaged today and will practice with us tomorrow. We’re expecting him to play next week sometime, not sure which game, but we’ll see how he comes up. He’s on the right track." This assurance places Green in line to potentially return for one of the Warriors' upcoming games. His on-court presence has been sorely missed as the team has recorded a 4-6 record in his absence, highlighting his impact on both ends of the floor.
Draymond Green's Season Statistics
- Points per game: 8.4
- Rebounds per game: 6.0
- Assists per game: 5.4
- Steals per game: 1.0
- Blocks per game: 1.1
With the Warriors facing a crucial stretch of games in their campaign, the return of a key player like Green could significantly influence the team's performance. Kerr's comments have generated optimism within the organization as they prepare for upcoming matchups.