The Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors have had a rivalry brewing since their meeting in the first round of the 2023 NBA playoffs, but the series has been unexpectedly lopsided recently. The Kings have beaten the Warriors in four consecutive meetings, the last two being by an average margin of 27 points.

The Golden State Warriors have struggled as of late, losing 18 of their last 27 games after starting the season with a 12-3 record. To make matter worse, forwar

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green will miss at least a week with a strained left calf. The Warriors said an MRI determined that Green has only a minor strain and he will be re-evaluated in one week.

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green will be sidelined for at least one week due to a mild calf strain, the team announced Monday.

Without their best defensive player against the reigning NBA champions, the Warriors produced a -40.7 net rating. During the season, the Warriors post a 1.0 net rating when Green plays, with their production dropping significantly when he doesn't suit up with a -6.8 figure.

Draymond Green's calf injury adds to Warriors' struggles. Awaiting MRI results, his return date is uncertain ahead of important games.

The middle portion of the Western Conference standings is a forgiving place. The struggling Suns were blown out by the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday, leaving them tied with the Warriors at 21-21. The Minnesota Timberwolves have fallen to 22-21, and the Warriors already own the tiebreaker over them.

Austin Rivers detailed that the fight between Warriors forward Draymond Green and Jordan Poole was the beginning of the end.

The Golden State Warriors are hosting the Los Angeles Lakers for the second time this season after losing their first encounter on Christmas day. On Christmas, the Warriors unfortunately fell to the Lakers with a final score of 115-113.

The Warriors are currently 11th in the Western Conference with a 21-21 record. Draymond Green is in the second year of a four-year $100 million deal. His value as a veteran leader with a wealth of championship experience would be highly enticing for peripheral contenders, especially those in need of an elite defender.

Gui Santos and Quinten Post became the first duo in franchise history to each hit at least five 3s off the bench in a game.