To play against the Suns is Klay Thompson

Everyone held their breath a little bit when Klay Thompson was a last-minute scratch before to the Golden State Warriors’ incredibly sad loss to the Orlando Magic on Saturday. Coach Steve Kerr claimed that the Warriors weren’t concerned, but a player missing a game due to pain in his knees isn’t what you want to see after two significant lower body operations.

Thank goodness Kerr was honest. After a few days, Thompson has been given the all-clear to play in Tuesday’s game against the Phoenix Suns. Thompson is the tallest Splash Brother. In addition, a few other injured athletes practiced on Monday, including Steph Curry, Andrew Wiggins, and Andre Iguodala, while Jonathan Kuminga, James Wiseman, and JaMychal Green are also out.

Klay Thompson is good to go. He, Steph Curry, Andrew Wiggins and Andre Iguodala all practiced today

No Jonathan Kuminga, James Wiseman or JaMychal Green

— Dalton Johnson (@DaltonJ_Johnson) January 9, 2023

Klay playing on Tuesday will go a long way towards the Dubs ending their eight-game home stand on a high note. He’s been on fire during this run at home, averaging 33.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game, while shooting 40.0% from three-point range.

Tuesday could be a huge game for the Warriors. In addition to Thompson returning, and Wiggins and Iguodala playing in just their second games following lengthy absences, the Warriors might get the return of Curry, who has missed 11 consecutive games. Having a fully healthy starting lineup — plus Iguodala — sure would be a fun thing for the fans at the Chase Center to witness before the team heads off on a five-game road trip.

But most importantly, Thompson’s knee is fine, and that’s worth celebrating.

Source: https://www.goldenstateofmind.com