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Kevon Looney is once again available.
It feels like we’ve been calling a lot of games “the most important game of the season” lately, but Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals between the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers is once again exactly that, at least for the Warriors.
Trailing 2-1 following an embarrassing blowout loss on Saturday, the Dubs will see their fortunes swing hugely tonight, one way or the other. A win and they regain homecourt advantage, needing to win two out of three games with two contests in San Francisco. A loss and they fall behind 3-1 against a team with one of the greatest players in NBA history, a dominant two-way center, and is playing their best ball of the season.
Personally, I vote for a win. And there’s good news on that front, as Kevon Looney is once again absent on the injury report after playing limited minutes in Game 2 due to an illness. Now the only question is whether he regains his spot in the starting lineup, or if Steve Kerr sticks with JaMychal Green ... or opts for a smaller floor spacer, like Moses Moody, Jordan Poole, or Donte DiVincenzo.
Let’s look at the full injury report.
Warriors
Out — Patrick Baldwin Jr. (left toe soreness)
Baldwin was inactive for the first two games of the series, but was available on Saturday, and played the bulk of the fourth quarter since the Warriors were getting blown out. But he won’t be able to do the same in this game if there’s a third-straight blowout.
Out — Andre Iguodala (left wrist surgery)
Iguodala isn’t ready to play yet, but he’s expected to begin team activities this week. I’d say there’s a pretty good chance that we see him in the Western Conference Finals, should the Warriors make it that far.
Out — Ryan Rollins (right foot surgery)
No updates on Rollins.
Lakers
Questionable — Mo Bamba (left ankle soreness)
Bamba has been listed as questionable all series long, and has yet to be active. He’s mostly just a garbage time player for the Lakers at the moment though, so not very notable.
Probable — Anthony Davis (right foot stress injury)
Davis has dominated in two games this series, and the Lakers have won two games this series. Not surprisingly, they were the same two games. He’s been on the injury report all series, but he’s also played nine more minutes than any other player on either team. He’s playing.
Probable — LeBron James (right foot soreness)
Like AD, James has been listed on the injury report all series, but he’s tied with Klay Thompson for second in the series in minutes played. He’s playing.
Enjoy the action, Dub Nation. Go Warriors!
Brady Klopfer
https://www.goldenstateofmind.com/2023/5/8/23716032/warriors-lakers-injury-report-game-4-kevon-looney-anthony-davis-lebron-james
By: Brady Klopfer
Title: Game 4 injury report: Same as ever
Sourced From: www.goldenstateofmind.com/2023/5/8/23716032/warriors-lakers-injury-report-game-4-kevon-looney-anthony-davis-lebron-james
Published Date: 05-08-2023
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What is the difference between a technical foul and a flagrant foul?
A technical foul in NBA refers to any unsportsmanlike behavior. This includes arguing with officials or excessive celebrating. A technical foul gives you one free throw and the opposing team takes possession of the ball.
A flagrant foul refers to a player who makes abusive or violent contact against another player. The flagrant foul results in two free throws for each team and the possession of the ball. There are two levels of flagrant fouls--Flagrant one and Flagrant two. Flagrant one is less severe than Flagrant two and does not result in an ejection from the game.
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"The great ones are the ones who play when it matters most." -Bill Russell
Legends last forever. When he stops playing, a legend is gone.
However, those moments gave us a glimpse of the greatest basketball players.
Russell was born in February 1934. He died on July 31, 2022. He won 11 championships with the Boston Celtics in only 13 seasons.
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The question of "What is the best way to answer this question?" is subjective. It will be debated by fans for years. Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics have the most NBA titles with 17, while the Boston Celtics has 17. Chicago Bulls' glory years were in the 1990s under Hall of Fame coach Phil Jackson. Five titles have been won by San Antonio Spurs, while the Golden State Warriors claimed four in the past decade. Other notable NBA teams include the Philadelphia 76ers from the early 1980s, Kobe Shaq Lakers of 2000s, and LeBron's Miami Heat team which won back to back championships in 2012/2013.
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That is a hotly debated topic that has been discussed for decades. The "showtime Lakers of 1980-1989" won five championships, led by Hall of Famer Magic Johnson and Kareem Abul-Jabbar. During this period, superstars like James Worthy, Byron Scott and Kurt Rambis were part of the Lakers' roster.
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With four NBA championships over the past decade, the Golden State Warriors are one the most successful teams ever. Steve Kerr, Klay Thompson and Stephen Curry are their stars. The Warriors have a unique brand of basketball that has won over fans all over the world. They are also considered to be the greatest NBA dynasty.
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LeBron James is the leader of the pack, with an impressive record of 174 wins in NBA Playoffs history, and 266 games played. It's not surprising that he is today's most desired basketball player.
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When an NBA player is injured, are they paid?
NBA players with guaranteed contracts receive their money in full even when injured and unable to play-- some have even made millions without playing a game. They may lose out on bonuses, though, and their contract may not be renewed after it expires. However, players on non-guaranteed agreements will not be paid until they can play again in the NBA. However, the NBA can help with payments for disability or a lump amount settlement for those who meet the criteria. There is no guarantee that you will get paid if you are injured. The league and teams may also assist individuals in need on an individual basis.
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