On January 17, Beijing time, the 2021-22 NBA regular season is in full swing. Earlier today, the Warriors officially announced Drummond Green's injury.
Warriors officials wrote: Green was consulted by several experts today to evaluate the calf injury and underwent an MRI examination of his waist. The results of the assessment showed that his calf pain and muscle tension injuries were related to his lumbar disc overwork. Green will receive physical therapy in the coming days and he will be assessed again in two weeks.
Medical expert Evan Jeffries then wrote: "The plan given by the Warriors is physical therapy, but if Green has a weak calf like Michael Potter Jr., he can choose surgery." ”
Another medical expert wrote: "Each protruding disc is different, but usual treatment includes physical therapy and rest. When the pain is gone, the players can return. Studies have shown that 80% of players return, with the center being the worst. ”
In response, Warriors coach Kerr said: "I had a conversation with the team's physical therapist Rick Celebrin last night about Green's injury. It's been a long season and the most important thing is to stay safe and cautious. That's how I feel, we're very cautious about Green's injury. ”
It is worth mentioning that due to Green's absence, Cuminga will get more opportunities to play. After today's shooting training, Cole added a video lesson to Cumming.
So far this season, Green has averaged 29.9 minutes per game, 7.9 points, 7.6 rebounds, 7.4 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.2 blocks, ranking in the league's top 20 steals and blocks.