“The lights ain’t coming on this year,” Kendrick Perkins Writes Off Warriors’ Season After Stephen Curry Injury
Can Golden State Overcome the Odds and Make a Playoff Push?
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Former NBA player and current ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins has expressed his skepticism about the Golden State Warriors‘ ability to win a championship this season. Despite being one of the most successful teams in NBA history, the Warriors have been struggling with injuries and poor performance on the road, with their star player, Stephen Curry, recently suffering a tailbone injury that forced him to miss several games.
Kendrick Perkins believes that the Warriors’ season is effectively over, with their current three-game losing streak and inability to win without Curry being major factors contributing to their struggles. However, the Warriors have a storied history of success, having won six championships in their history, with some of the greatest players in NBA history, such as Wilt Chamberlain, Rick Barry, Chris Mullin, and Kevin Durant.
This season, however, has been a difficult one for the team, with eight consecutive losses away from home, which is a record for a defending champion. The Warriors currently sit ninth in the Western Conference standings, and their chances of making the playoffs are uncertain, with injuries to Draymond Green and James Wiseman adding to their woes.
Despite these challenges, the Warriors still have a chance to make the playoffs, with players such as Andrew Wiggins and Kelly Oubre Jr. stepping up in Curry’s absence. However, they will need to find a way to win on the road and play with greater consistency if they want to make a push for the postseason.
In conclusion, the Warriors are facing an uphill battle to make the playoffs this season, with Kendrick Perkins writing off their chances of winning a championship. However, with a storied history of success and players who have shown flashes of their former selves, the Warriors may yet overcome the odds and turn their season around. It remains to be seen whether they can do so, but one thing is for certain – the NBA world will be watching closely.
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LeBron James’ ankle injury: Will it affect his chances of winning another championship?
Los Angeles Lakers’ star player LeBron James recently suffered a high ankle sprain during a game against the Atlanta Hawks on March 20, 2021. The injury is known to affect the ligaments that connect the bones of the lower leg above the ankle joint and is more severe than a normal ankle sprain, requiring an extended period of time to heal.
As a result, James was forced to sit out for six weeks and made his return to the court on April 30, 2021. However, the injury has left a lasting impact on the four-time NBA champion, who recently confessed that he will never fully recover from it. He believes that his ankle will never be as strong or flexible as it was before, and he has doubts about his ability to contribute to the Lakers’ bid for another championship this season.
The news has left Lakers fans feeling uneasy, as they are hoping to see their team win their 18th NBA championship this year. With James’ injury potentially affecting their chances of making it to the finals, the team will have to rely on other star players, such as Anthony Davis and Dennis Schröder, to step up and fill the void left by James.
While it is not uncommon for athletes to experience injuries that impact their performance in the long term, James’ age (36) and the intense level of competition in the NBA make his injury all the more concerning. It remains to be seen whether James will be able to return to his previous form and lead the Lakers to another championship.
Until then, Lakers fans will be closely monitoring the team’s performance without their superstar player at full strength. The stakes are high, and the pressure is on for the Lakers to overcome this hurdle and emerge victorious.
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