Kings’ Sabonis Ready to Play in Game 3 Against Warriors
The Sacramento Kings center, Domantas Sabonis, who suffered a sternum contusion during a clash with Warriors forward Draymond Green in Monday’s Game 2 win, has confirmed that he will play in Thursday night’s Game 3. Sabonis contributed 24 points to Game 2 after putting up a double-double with 12 points and 16 rebounds in the Kings’ Game 1 win. He will look to help the Kings take a 3-0 series lead over the Warriors tonight at 10 p.m. EST.
Sabonis Focused on Winning, Not Injury or Green’s Suspension
Sabonis said Thursday afternoon that he does not want the Kings to be distracted by his injury or Green’s subsequent suspension. « We’ve got to focus. We can’t get distracted by that, » Sabonis said. « This series just started, and now we have to take care of business on these two road games. We just need to lock in 100 percent on just the game. » The Warriors will be playing tonight without a key starter after Green was suspended for one game on Tuesday. Sabonis underwent X-rays on his ribs and lungs after the game, while Green also reportedly requested a scan of his ankle.
While the defending champions dig deep to overcome the absence of one of their best players and look to avoid falling into a 3-0 series deficit, the Kings will be relieved to have Sabonis as the team works toward their first playoff series win since 2004.
As the NBA playoffs continue, fans will be eagerly watching to see if the Kings can maintain their lead over the Warriors. With Sabonis back in the game, the Kings will be looking to capitalize on their momentum and secure another win.