Author: Monojit Mandal
Sacramento Kings player De’Aaron Fox suffered an injury to the tip of his left index finger and will probably miss Wednesday’s NBA playoff game against the Golden State Warriors. According to many reports, Fox’s injury happened during Sunday’s game, which ended in a 126-125 loss to the Warriors, tying the series at 2-2.
Possible return to protect the injury
According to unnamed sources quoted by The Athletic and ESPN, Fox can play the fifth game, but will need to wear a protective covering over his injured fingers. The Kings have classified him as questionable for the game, which puts them in a difficult situation given Fox’s importance throughout the series.
Outstanding playoff performance
Fox averaged 31.5 points, 7 assists, 6 rebounds and 2.5 steals in each game for the team in the playoff series against the Warriors. Fox performed incredibly well in the fourth game defeat, scoring 38 points, nine rebounds and five assists. His absence would be a major setback for the Kings’ prospects of winning game five.
Best career statistics
So far this season, the 25-year-old point guard has had an excellent season, playing in his first NBA All-Star Game and winning the inaugural title of NBA Clutch Player of the Year. Fox averaged 25 points, 6.1 assists and a career-high 4.2 assists and 1.1 steals per game this season.
Conclusion
With champion point guard De’Aaron Fox out of the game, the Sacramento Kings are in a difficult situation as they prepare for game five against the Warriors. Although Fox may try to play with a guard on his finger, it’s unclear whether he’ll be able to give it his best shot. Fans and pundits will be watching to see how the Kings do without their best scorer.
Fox’s presence on the court, especially his ability to score and create plays, will certainly be missed by the Kings. Other players will have to step up and fill the void left by his eventual absence. Fox’s injury is a major setback for the Kings, who are hoping to make a long run in the playoffs this season. Despite this, the squad remains optimistic and focused on the game, certain that they have the ability and conditions to compete at a high level. The next and fifth game will be critical for both sides, and Fox’s absence adds another element of uncertainty to the outcome.