Draymond Green Takes Cautious Approach to Calf Injury as Warriors Face Injury Struggles

Draymond Green is carefully managing a left calf injury that arose during the Warriors' loss to the Phoenix Suns. Speaking on "The Draymond Green Show," the veteran forward shared his concerns about the nature of calf injuries but emphasized that resting now is crucial for proper recovery. His cautious approach reflects his determination to avoid exacerbating the issue and ensure a smooth return to play.

“My thing coming into this season [has been] if I’m healthy, I’m on the court,” Green told Davis. “Over the last few games, I’ve been a bit beat up but still feeling healthy enough to get out there on the floor and try to help my team. I started to get this calf tightening in my left calf. In 2022, leading up to me missing those three months, there were games where [I felt my] left glute [was] really tight. It would loosen up a bit then come right back.

“And I’m like ‘Oh, that’s a symptom because I’ve been playing games,’ and I didn’t know what I was up against. So this time, some of the symptoms that I felt, I’m able to better navigate and knowing, ‘All right, you felt this, you may need to slow down.”

The Warriors, after a strong start to the season, have hit a rough patch, losing four games amidst injuries to key players like Green, Steph Curry, and De'Anthony Melton. With these setbacks, the team must rely on its bench depth to maintain competitiveness in a tightly contested Western Conference. Each game carries significant weight as the Warriors strive to stay within the playoff mix.

Green's measured recovery plan is expected to keep him on track for a return without long-term complications. His leadership and defensive presence remain vital for Golden State, especially as they navigate a challenging stretch of the season with playoff implications looming.