UPDATE: Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green will miss tonight’s game against the Utah Jazz due to a right foot sprain, confirmed just hours ago. Green sustained the injury during a chaotic play against the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday, when center Donovan Clingan fell on him while fighting for a loose ball. This latest setback adds to the Warriors’ struggles as injuries continue to plague their frontcourt.
In addition to Green’s absence, Jonathan Kuminga is also sidelined for the sixth consecutive game with bilateral knee tendinitis. The Warriors had hoped Kuminga would return to scrimmage on Sunday, but he reported ongoing soreness. According to sources, an MRI revealed no structural damage, yet Warriors head coach Steve Kerr stated, “He said he’s not moving that well, so I can’t tell you what the outlook is.” The team will take a cautious approach as they wait for Kuminga to regain his mobility.
Compounding the Warriors’ injury woes, veteran forward Al Horford is out for at least a week due to sciatic nerve irritation, initially ruled as hamstring tightness during the game against the Blazers. Horford played 18 minutes before departing in the third quarter and will miss upcoming matchups against the Jazz, Blazers, and Pelicans.
The Warriors, currently struggling to maintain their playoff aspirations, face a critical stretch ahead. With key players sidelined, the pressure mounts for the remaining roster to step up. Fans and analysts are closely watching how the team will adapt in this challenging period.
As the game approaches at 7:00 PM PT tonight, Warriors fans are left wondering how the team will cope with these significant absences. Stay tuned for real-time updates as this developing story unfolds.