Golden State Warriors big man Kevon Looney has played just one game in the 2019-20 season. He's already practicing but is not yet ready to play. Per Nick Friedell of ESPN, Looney revealed that he's been dealing with a nerve condition for the last 2-3 years.
Kevon Looney says he’s been dealing with a nerve condition for the last 2-3 years. He says he expects to be back on the Warriors upcoming road trip.
— Nick Friedell (@NickFriedell) November 24, 2019
The condition is called neuropathy. It results in the malfunction of specific nerves and areas of the body. In Looney's case, the affected area is his hamstrings. He shared that the symptoms always have a chance of returning but he doesn't see or feel signs as of now.
The fifth-year big man participated in a full practice on Sunday — his first since late October. However, the Warriors are still looking to get in more practice runs before they field Looney into an actual game. He won't play against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday. And in their upcoming five-game road trip that begins in Miami on Friday, Looney isn't expected to be game-ready just yet.
Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has tagged Looney as one of the team's foundational piece. After all, he has helped the team win snag two of its three titles in its five-year dominance. For Warriors fans, expect the team to be extra cautious in handling Looney's health. The goal is for him to suit and up and play. But if his body is not yet ready, then don't expect the Warriors to rush.
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