Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Won't play in preseason opener
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Wiggins (illness) didn't practice Thursday and has been ruled out of Saturday's preseason opener against the Clippers, head coach Steve Kerr told Sam Gordon of the San Francisco Chronicle.
Wiggins hasn't been able to practice for three days in a row and was spotted wearing a mask while watching his teammates from the sidelines. His next chance to play will come against the Kings on Wednesday, though it's unclear if he'll be able to return to practice by that time.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Doesn't practice Tuesday
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Wiggins didn't participate in Tuesday's practice due to an illness, Kendra Andrews of ESPN.com reports.
Wiggins was the only Warrior unable to participate in Tuesday's practice. With the departure of Klay Thompson, Wiggins is now expected to take on a larger offensive role in 2024-25. His first chance to take the floor this season is Saturday's preseason opener against the Clippers.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Expected to shoot more 3s
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Coach Steve Kerr said Monday he'd like Wiggins to shoot about six three-pointers per game, Kerith Burke of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
With Klay Thompson out of the picture, the Warriors will turn to other sources for offensive production, especially from deep. Wiggins attempted 6.1 three-pointers per game in 2022-23, but that number dropped to 3.6 last season, his lowest mark since 2016-17. Kerr also said he hopes Wiggins will seize the opportunity ahead of him and emerge as the Warriors' No. 2 scoring option behind Stephen Curry.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Won't play for Canada at Olympics
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Wiggins won't play for Canada during the 2024 Paris Olympics, Doug Smith of the Toronto Star reports.
Per Smith, the Warriors are actively trying to trade Wiggins to clear up cap room, presumably to acquire Paul George, and they don't want Wiggins to get hurt playing in the Olympics. John Hollinger of The Athletic relays there could also be an already existing injury for Wiggins, but nothing has been reported. Wiggins missed 11 games during the 2023-24 season, including back-to-back absences at the beginning of April due to a sprained ankle.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Productive in 20 minutes Sunday
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Wiggins provided 19 points (6-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals across 20 minutes during Sunday's 123-116 win over the Jazz.
Wiggins had a strong showing despite his limited minutes, and he'll head into the Play-In matchup against the Kings having scored 15 or more points in each of his last four appearances. He's reached that plateau in 27 different contests during the regular season.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Available for Tuesday's game
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Wiggins (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.
Wiggins will shed his probable tag, as expected. The forward has averaged 16.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.0 three-pointers in two April appearances.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Likely available Tuesday
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Wiggins (ankle) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.
Wiggins will likely return to action Tuesday following a two-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. Over his last 13 appearances (all starts), Wiggins has averaged 15.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.2 steals-plus-blocks in 28.2 minutes per game.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Sitting out Sunday
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Wiggins (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Jazz, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.
Wiggins was initially listed as questionable to play Sunday, but the Warriors will end up playing it safe with the veteran forward in a matchup versus a non-playoff-contending club. With Wiggins sidelined, the Warriors are likely to lean more heavily on Klay Thompson and Moses Moody, though the latter's role could be more muted if Jonathan Kuminga (knees) -- who is listed as questionable -- plays.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Questionable for Sunday
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Wiggins (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jazz.
The Warriors could be very shorthanded Sunday. Stephen Curry is resting, and Jonathan Kuminga (knee) is questionable. If Wiggins is forced to miss a second straight contest, Moses Moody could see a healthy workload and would be on the streaming radar.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Sitting out Friday
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Wiggins won't play Friday against Dallas due to a sore left ankle, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.
Wiggins will miss the second leg of the Warriors' back-to-back set after suffering the injury during Thursday's 133-110 win over the Rockets. The fact that his injury is being classified as soreness rather than an ankle sprain bodes well for his chances of avoiding a lengthy absence, but Wiggins' status will still need to be monitored heading into the Warriors' next game Sunday versus Utah.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Questionable for Friday
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Wiggins (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against Dallas.
Wiggins tweaked his ankle during Thursday's win over the Rockets, forcing him to miss the fourth quarter. He's been diagnosed with ankle soreness, and it's unclear whether he'll be available for the second half of the back-to-back set. If Wiggins is sidelined, Gary Payton (ankle) and Moses Moody could see increased run.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Tweaks ankle Thursday
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Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said Wiggins tweaked his ankle during Thursday's 133-110 win over Houston, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports. He finished with 10 points (3-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and two assists in 23 minutes.
Wiggins missed the entire fourth quarter after tweaking his ankle in the third quarter, but Kerr didn't disclose many details regarding the severity. For now, fantasy managers can consider Wiggins questionable to face Dallas on Friday. In addition to Wiggins, Jonathan Kuminga's (knee) status for the second leg of the back-to-back set remains up in the air.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Carries team to win Tuesday
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Wiggins finished with 23 points (8-16 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 33 minutes during Tuesday's 104-100 win over the Mavericks.
The Warriors needed Wiggins to step his game up Tuesday as Stephen Curry was having an off night as a shooter, and the forward fully delivered, leading the Warriors in scoring and filling out the stat sheet in a tight win Tuesday. Wiggins is ending the season on a strong note and has reached the 20-point mark in three of his last four games.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Double-double in Wednesday's win
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Wiggins totaled 22 points (9-14 FG, 4-6 3Pt), 10 rebounds, three assists and one block in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 137-116 victory over Memphis.
It's the third double-double of the season for Wiggins, one short of his career high. It was his best scoring effort since Jan. 30, when he hit for 23 points against the Sixers, and the 29-year-old forward may be getting his legs back under him again. Over the last six games, Wiggins is averaging 14.8 points, 6.5 boards, 1.8 threes and 1.3 assists in 27.8 minutes a contest while shooting 44.0 percent (11-for-25) from beyond the arc.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Back with starting five
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Wiggins is starting at small forward Monday against the Spurs, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.
Wiggins was assigned to a bench role for Saturday's matchup with the Spurs, but the team has decided to roll with a different starting lineup after falling 126-113. Wiggins, Jonathan Kuminga and Draymond Green will make up the frontcourt Monday night.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Won't start against Spurs
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Wiggins is not in the starting lineup to face the Spurs on Saturday, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.
Wiggins will come off the bench due to tactical reasons, as the Warriors will start Trayce Jackson-Davis at center to add some much-needed size near the rim. Wiggins could have a fair share of offensive touches alongside Klay Thompson in the second unit.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Limited minutes in return
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Wiggins (personal) played 14 minutes in Wednesday's 125-90 win over the Bucks, finishing with three points (1-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal.
Though he took back in his spot in the starting five from Moses Moody in his return from a four-game absence, Wiggins' playing time was capped, in part due to the blowout along with the fact that head coach Steve Kerr implemented an 11-man rotation on the night. Wiggins should get an uptick in minutes Thursday against the Bulls, but he and the Warriors' other key players sans Stephen Curry could have more limited playing-time ceilings while Kerr gravitates toward bigger rotations. Before his recent absence, Wiggins had posted averages of 13.5 points (on 50.4 percent shooting from the field), 4.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.7 three-pointers, 1.1 steals and 0.7 blocks in 27.3 minutes over his 11 appearances in February. That level of production, while solid if unspectacular, in addition to concerns about his playing-time outlook moving forward renders Wiggins more of a fringe option in 12-team category leagues.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Will play Wednesday
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Coach Steve Kerr said Tuesday that Wiggins (personal) will play Wednesday versus the Bucks, Kendra Andrews of ESPN.com reports.
Following a four-game stretch away from the team, Wiggins returned to Golden State's facility Tuesday and logged a full practice. Kerr said Wiggins will likely start Wednesday's matchup, but his minute load hasn't been decided yet. Before his absence, Wiggins scored in double figures in nine straight games (all starts), averaging 15.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.2 steals in 27.9 minutes during that stretch.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Returning to team activities soon
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Wiggins (personal) returned to San Francisco on Tuesday and will begin ramping up team activities with Golden State this week, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. He was present at Tuesday's practice, per Kendra Andrews of ESPN.com.
Wiggins has missed the Warriors' past four contests while tending to a serious family matter. His status is unclear for a back-to-back set against Milwaukee and Chicago on Wednesday and Thursday, respectively. But thankfully, the 29-year-old's return appears imminent.
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Warriors' Andrew Wiggins: Remains away from team
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Wiggins (personal) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Wiggins doesn't have a return timeline while he's away from the team attending to a personal matter. Moses Moody continues to garner an increased role in Wiggins' absence, while the latter's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus the Bucks.
