Teams are wrapping up their preseason routines in preparation for the upcoming regular season. Most clubs are concerned that they will be missing important players at the beginning of the season. The Warriors’ power forward is a major question mark for their season opener scheduled for Tuesday.
The Golden State Warriors recently provided a public update on Draymond Green’s injury. Although he has missed the initial two preseason games, the encouraging news is his swift recovery. He will soon rejoin full team practices and scrimmages.
Draymond Green ‘Questionable’ for NBA 2023-24 Season Opener
Warriors’ Draymond Green won’t be available for the 2023–24 NBA season opener. The Golden State Warriors begin their season against the Phoenix Suns. According to coach Steve Kerr, he is regarded as “questionable” for the season-opening on October 24 against the Phoenix Suns. The team now has the opportunity to try new lineups because of Green’s absence.
However, due to a left ankle sprain, Green was sidelined for the remaining preseason games and the Suns’ game. Coach Steve Kerr said, “He’s not going to play this week, but he is doing well. It’s a long year. We just want Draymond healthy because obviously, we need him. When he’s out there, we become one of the best defenses in the league.”
He remains optimistic regarding Green’s recovery, despite the injury setback. Green has participated in light on-court workouts and individual drills, displaying promising indications. The team closely monitors his progress with the expectation that, by week’s end, he will join 3-on-3 scrimmages before transitioning to full 5-on-5 play. Consequently, Kerr has made Green’s return a top priority.
Draymond Green to Miss Last Two Preseason Games
Draymond Green, who has already missed the entire training camp process, is not going to play in any of the preseason games for the Golden State Warriors. This is because the left ankle strain he sustained has not healed completely. It has been confirmed that Green will be missing the last two preseason games against the Sacramento Kings and San Antonio Spurs.
In a tweet by @anthonyVslater the Warriors shared Green’s injury update, “Draymond Green continues to progress into on court workouts. He will miss the final two preseason games. The Warriors will update his status on Sunday. The season opener is next Tuesday.”
Kerr pointed out the importance of Draymond Green’s leadership and defensive skills as he said, “Draymond is, I think, the best defensive player in the league. If he’s out, we’re not going to be as good.” He pointed out the importance of his leadership and defensive skills as an asset to the Warriors’ success. However, the team’s decision to put his physical health first over his comeback shows that they are prepared to be patient with his recuperation.
