The Golden State Warriors' depth is a big reason why they have enjoyed so much success over the past couple of seasons, but that will be tested, as center Festus Ezeli is dealing with a knee injury suffered Monday against the San Antonio Spurs.
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Ezeli Out vs. 76ers
Saturday, Jan. 30
According to Rusty Simmons of the San Francisco Chronicle, an MRI on the third-year player's left knee was inconclusive. He was ruled out for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers and will be considered day-to-day thereafter.
Ezeli spent his first two NBA seasons as a spare big off the bench, used primarily for rebounding and shot-blocking. While those continue to be his biggest strengths, his role has certainly been expanded in 2015-16.
The former Vanderbilt standout is averaging career highs in multiple categories, with 7.5 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game, and he has especially progressed as an offensive threat.
The 26-year-old Nigeria native has managed to do some damage in the paint offensively, and he is now a player opposing defenders must be cognizant of, as seen in ...
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Festus Ezeli Injury: Updates on Warriors Center’s Knee and Return
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