The Golden State Warriors will look to continue their strong form on Thursday night as they conclude their six-game road trip against the Los Angeles Lakers. Entering the game on a three-game winning streak, Golden State has also won seven of their last 10 matchups.
They’ll aim to extend their run on the road against a Lakers team that has claimed six of their last 10 games, including two consecutive victories. This game is crucial for both teams, as the Warriors trail the Lakers by just two games in the Western Conference standings and are only half a game ahead of the Memphis Grizzlies, who are vying for the eighth seed in the West.
Unfortunately for Golden State, they might once again be without young forward Jonathan Kuminga, who is listed as questionable due to a pelvic contusion. Kuminga sustained the injury in Sunday’s win over the San Antonio Spurs after a tough fall and missed Tuesday’s victory over the Grizzlies. If he misses Thursday’s game, it would mark his second straight absence. Kuminga has struggled with injuries this season, appearing in just 41 games.
When healthy, he has been a significant contributor, averaging 16.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, while shooting 45.5% from the field and 31.9% from beyond the arc. His absence would be a big loss for the Warriors, especially in such an important game against the Lakers.
However, the team is likely to be cautious with Kuminga, prioritizing his full recovery as they gear up for the playoffs. Fans can catch the action at 10:00 p.m. EST on TNT.
