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The Golden State Warriors are battling various injuries as they wrap up the regular season on the road. Having already clinched the first seed in the Western Conference, their main goal will be getting healthy and ready for the postseason. Specifically, head coach Steve Kerr and the Warriors have a plan in place for injured forward Andre Iguodala. Via Anthony Slater of The Athletic.
Steve Kerr says there’s no concern over Andre Iguodala’s toe issue. Missed the last few games, but Kerr plans to play him tomorrow to get him rhythm before playoffs.
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) April 9, 2019
Iguodala has battled a toe injury for more than a week. But he is almost ready to get back on the court, and the plan is to play him in Wednesday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies.
The 35-year-old has struggled offensively in his sixth season with the Warriors. In a part time-role, he has averaged just 5.7 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.1 assists. However, even as he ages he remains a valuable bench piece thanks to his strong defense.
For his career, Iguodala has averaged 12.2 points, 5.1 rebounds and 4.4 assists. He has been a part of all three Warriors championship teams.
Iguodala is not the Warriors' only injured player. Perennial All-Stars Kevin Durant and Klay Thompson, as well as seasoned veteran Andrew Bogut, will also miss Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. But all three are suffering minor injuries and will likely be ready for the playoffs.
At 56-24, the Warriors can afford to give their banged-up players some rest. The defending champions remain the team to beat and will take on either the Los Angeles Clippers, San Antonio Spurs or the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the playoffs.
