Draymond Green was ruled out of his first game of the 2024-25 NBA season on Tuesday due to left calf tightness, after missing Monday’s practice. Green, who has been pivotal to the Golden State Warriors’ defense this season, voiced concerns about the injury’s severity. He is enjoying a strong start, shooting a career-best 40.3% from beyond the arc and contributing significantly to the Warriors’ top-five defense.
In a recent episode of The Draymond Green Show with Baron Davis, Green shared that he aims to stay on the court as much as possible but acknowledged the importance of managing his health carefully. Reflecting on past injuries, he expressed some fear about the potential long-term effects of the calf issue, emphasizing the need to slow down and avoid further damage.
The Warriors are hopeful that Green’s injury is manageable, with the team confident in their training staff’s ability to handle the situation. Green is scheduled to undergo an MRI and additional testing on Wednesday to assess the injury further.
Without Green, who missed 14 games last season, the Warriors will need other players to step up, especially on the defensive end. Green’s leadership and versatility will be missed if his absence extends. Warriors fans will eagerly await the results of his MRI to determine how long he will be sidelined.
