On May 5, Beijing time, NBA famous reporter Shams Charania reported on the injury of Warriors player Peyton Jr., according to him, Peyton Jr. suffered a left elbow fracture and ligament loss, and will miss at least 3 weeks.
The AUTHORITATIVE MEDIA ESPN in the United States also reported on the injury of Peyton Jr., and they expect Peyton Jr. to recuperate for almost a month. However, if the Warriors can reach the Finals, then Payton Jr. still has the possibility of returning this season.
Payton Jr. was fouled by Grizzlies player Brooks during a layup in his second game against the Grizzlies, resulting in a severely injured elbow fracture. The latter is also currently under investigation by the league and is likely to be suspended additionally.
Warriors coach Kerr was also indignant about Payton Jr.'s injury, calling Brooks' malicious foul against Payton Jr. the worst, worst, and most unsportsmanlike foul he had ever seen.
So far this season, Payton Jr. has averaged 6.1 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game in the playoffs, and although his offensive ability is average, his defensive ability and athleticism are very good. Without him, how the Warriors defend the core of the Grizzlies, Morant, will also put Kerr to a severe test.