Every Warriors fan laughed when Andrew Wiggins was unexpectedly demoted to out on Thursday against the LA Clippers due to a painful finger. As it happens, the injury is not quite that bad.
The specifics of Wiggins’ injury were disclosed by Anthony Slater of The Athletic, and it appears that he smashed a car door with his right index finger. Wiggins has had trouble shooting the basketball as a result of the injury, but Warriors head coach Steve Kerr thinks it will only be temporary.
The absence of Chris Paul and Gary Payton II from the Warriors will already leave them shorthanded, but against the LA Clippers, it made little difference. In Wiggins’ absence, Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski, and Dario Saric—all of the younger players and role players—stepped up.
The Golden State Warriors moved to 9-10 on the season with their surprising victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday. It’s at least one game below.500, but it’s still well behind where they want to be. This club can unexpectedly find itself in a strong position in the Western Conference if they can piece together a few victories.
The Warriors must defeat the LA Clippers once more on Saturday, but this time on the road, in order to get back on track. Though it’s unclear if Andrew Wiggins will be ready for that match, it’s certain the Warriors can defeat Los Angeles without him.
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