Warriors Injury Report: Draymond Green’s Fitness Crisis Sparks Concern for Golden State’s Playoff Dream

Golden State Warriors are on the road to meet San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. Warriors find themselves in a difficult position currently sitting at the 10th seed in Western Conference. They’re just 1.5 games ahead of Los Angeles Lakers and need to win their next game against Spurs.

But Golden State is grappling with the absence of its Golden Boy Stephen Curry, who’s out with a groin injury. Following suit is Draymond Green, listed as questionable. Because of these injury concerns, Warriors have been rendered as a weak side.

Injury Dents Warriors’ Defence

Biggest concern for Warriors is injury of Draymond Green. Green’s absence would be a significant blow to GSW’s already depleted roster. Warriors will re-evaluate Steph Curry’s injury status on Tuesday. The franchise clearly looked lost without Curry in their Saturday’s 126-113 defeat. Klay Thompson and Kuminga tried their best scoring 27 and 26 points respectively. Spurs’ match is now crucial for Warriors who have lost 3 out of their last 4 games. They will look to turn things around.

Victor Wembanyama’s return benefits Spurs. Wemby’s presence will add strength to Spurs’ defense, which has struggled at times this season.

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Warriors vs Spurs: Current Form and Predicted Lineups

Warriors are in difficult position. They have scored 118.7 points per game which is 6th overall in League. A loss for Warriors will push their standings and will make their playoffs hope more difficult. They have won their 6 games out of last 10. This is how they could line up: Klay Thompson, Moses Moody, Jonathan Kuminga, Otto Porter Jr., Kevon Looney.

Spurs are playing for pride now. But they will look forward to spoil Warrior’s party and harm their playoffs hopes. They have the worst record in the NBA but managed to pull off an upset victory over the Warriors on Saturday. They have scored 112.4 points per game which is 22nd overall. Spurs have lost 7 out of their last 10 games. Spurs will look forward to replicate Saturday’s performance and spoil playoffs chances. This is how they could line up: Devin Vassell, Malaki Branham, Jeremy Sochan, Keldon Johnson, Victor Wembanyama.

This matchup promises to be an intriguing one, with Warriors desperate for a win and Spurs looking to build on their recent success. In absence of Curry and uncertainty over Green’s status, it’s hard to predict a winner.

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