The Golden State Warriors are traveling to California for yet another road game tonight. The series is currently tied at 2-2 and it would be safe to claim that it could go either way at this point. Both the Warriors and Sacramento Kings have shown no signs of backing down until now, even with multiple setbacks and obstacles for their respective teams.
The Warriors lostDraymond Greenin Game 3 because of a suspension. The 4x NBA champ had stomped on Kings star Domantas Sabonis that seemed to have crossed the line, according to the league. The defending champs managed to hold on to a win without one of their key starters that night. In Game 4, they managed to come back from the dead and draw level, with Green coming off the bench.
With that said, Game 5 will surely keep fans on the edge of their seats. The Warriors have all of their key players but the Kings are not as fortunate.
De Aaron Fox is expected to feature in the Golden State Warriors vs Sacramento Kings game tonight
One of theKingsmost crucial players, De Aaron Fox, suffered an injury recently. This scared Kings fans as he was their main option in the scoring department. Fox fractured his left index finger during Game 4 against theWarriors. Despite this, the 25-year-old continued to play and even put up 38 points on the board.
De Aaron Fox:
There s no if, ands or buts I m playing.
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Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) April 25, 2023
Despite the fracture,Foxhas revealed that he is playing. The Kings have not announced whether he has recovered from the injury, but it looks like he would be playing through it. Recently, he was spotted shooting during practice while wearing a splint as well. With that said, the only other Kings player that is on the injury report is Matthew Dellavedova.
Sacramento Kings injury report
- De Aaron Fox (probable)
- Matthew Dellavedova (out)
Sacramento Kings expected roster
- Domantas Sabonis
- Keegan Murray
- Harrison Barnes
- Kevin Huerter
- Davion Mitchell
Golden State Warriors injury report
- Andre Iguodala (out)
Golden State Warriors expected roster
- Stephen Curry
- Klay Thompson
- Andrew Wiggins
- Kevon Looney
- Draymond Green
Can De Aaron Fox help the Kings take the lead against the Warriors despite his injury?
The Kings have a huge advantage at home tonight, as the Warriors have been extremely disappointing on the road. However, the Warriors have benefited greatly from Andrew Wiggins return, as he has been scoring at least 17 points in all of the games. He will be vital for the Dubs, but there s only one player whom the Kings will be afraid of.
Stephen Curry has undoubtedly been the best player for the Warriors in all four games, even though some of the other players have stepped up in times of need. Curry put up 35 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists inGame 4and Klay Thompson contributed with 26 points as well. The Warriors have stuck to their usual play style, but their defense has been disappointing during this series.
The Kings will be on their feet throughout the whole game. Although they aren t a team that is accustomed to the pressure of the NBA playoffs, even haters would have to admit that the California-based team has been impressive. One of the main reasons for their success would be the attitude of each player, and how they understand their role in the team.
The Warriors will have to look out for Fox tonight, his mid-range shots will be dangerous for them and they could well and truly help the Kings take the lead in the series. However, we can predict that the Warriors will walk home with a win tonight, especially considering their recent form and how Kings players appeared to be exhausted in Game 4.
