The Golden State Warriors are facing uncertainty heading into their matchup against the Utah Jazz, as several key players have been listed as questionable due to injuries. The unexpected additions of Steph Curry and two other players to the injury report have created a sense of unpredictability surrounding the game.
Injury Updates for Both Teams
The Golden State Warriors played their NBA season opener on Wednesday night against the Portland Trail Blazers. It was a convincing 139-104 victory for the Warriors who used an unconventional 12-man rotation. However, in a development on Thursday, Steph Curry is listed as questionable with a right hip contusion, while Draymond Green is questionable due to a left knee contusion. Also, De’Anthony Melton is questionable with a chest contusion.
Curry was a surprise addition to the injury report. In the Warriors season opener, Curry scored 17 points in a 139-104 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Green also played in the game, logging 20 minutes on his way to an eight-point and six-rebound game. While Isaiah Collier is expected to return to practice soon, Johnny Juzang‘s status remains uncertain for the Jazz. For the Warriors, the availability of Curry, Green, and Melton will be determined closer to game time, adding to the intrigue surrounding the matchup.
Jazz Struggling for a Win
Despite the Memphis Grizzlies missing Jarren Jackson Jr., the Jazz weren’t able to take advantage in their home opener, losing 126-124. Lauri Markkanen led all scorers with 35 points on 9-for-15 from the field.
This game against Utah is not the part of a back-to-back for Golden State, as they face the LA Clippers on Sunday after Friday’s matchup with the Jazz. All three of Curry, Green, and Melton played on Wednesday against Utah after the Warriors had a clear injury report entering the game. With the uncertainty of the Warriors’ best players’ ability to suit up, the Jazz are only a 2.5-point underdog heading into the contest.
