Warriors Announce Starting Lineup vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

On Friday night, the Golden State Warriors are hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Warriors will start Brandin Podziemski, Gui Santos, Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton, and Kristaps Porzingis.

Lineup alert: Warriors will start Podziemski, Melton, Santos, Horford, Porzingis.

Draymond Green Ruled Out

Initially, the Warriors anticipated having Draymond Green available for the Friday night matchup. However, Green has been ruled out due to injury management.

Green has been in the league since 2012, helping Golden State win four championships. He has played in 54 games this season, averaging 8.6 points, 5.5 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game.

The Warriors also announced that De’Anthony Melton and Quinten Post are available to play after previously being listed on the injury report.

Curry and Butler Remain Sidelined

The Warriors will also be without Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler. Curry is dealing with a knee injury and has been out since January 30. Butler is out for the remainder of the season with a torn ACL suffered in January.

“Draymond Green is OUT for tonight’s game against the Timberwolves,”

NBA insider Brett Siegel

Warriors Struggle for Consistency

The Warriors are currently ninth in the Western Conference with a 32-33 record. They have lost three straight games and are 6-5 without Green in the lineup this season.

FAQ

• Is Draymond Green playing tonight? No, Draymond Green is out for the Warriors’ game against the Timberwolves.
• Is Steph Curry playing tonight? No, Steph Curry remains out with a knee injury.
• What is the Warriors’ current record? The Warriors are 32-33.