Steve Kerr Hopeful Kristaps Porzingis Will Play vs. Suns

4 months ago

Steve Kerr Hopeful Kristaps Porzingis Will Play vs. Suns

Porzingis, who dropped a crucial 20 points in Warriors' play-in win vs. Clippers was listed as questionable for the do-or-die game vs. Suns. However, after warming up, Steve Kerr remains hopeful that his sharpshooting big man will play. Porzingis' imoact as a shooter and defensive deterrent will be be needed as they gear up to face the Suns.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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