The Golden State Warriors have been wonderful to watch as a team. Its important that every players plays to their potential and fills in their role if this team wants to repeat as NBA Champions. Lately, Festus Ezeli hasn’t seen the floor and that’s because of a nagging knee injury. On Monday morning, the big man underwent a successful arthroscopic surgery on his left knee; the reason for the surgery is to clear debris.
Ezeli will be out at least six weeks, and hopes to return in time for the Playoffs. After participating in 40 games, the center has averaged 7.5 points, and nearly 6 boards for the Dubs. Like Harrison Barnes, it’s also a contract year for Ezeli. In the past, Ezeli has missed the entire 2013-14 NBA Season with a right knee injury. Look for Marreese Speights and Jason Thompson to help Andrew Bogut reinforce the paint.
For more information, refer to the official Warriors press release below:
WARRIORS CENTER FESTUS EZELI UNDERGOES SUCCESSFUL SURGERY
Arthroscopic Procedure Performed This Morning To Clean Out Debris From Left Knee
OAKLAND, CA – Golden State Warriors center Festus Ezeli underwent successful arthroscopic surgery this morning to clean out debris from his left knee, the team announced. The procedure was performed by Dr. Arthur Ting at the Fremont Surgery Center.
Ezeli, who is expected to return this season, will be re-evaluated in six weeks. The 6’11” center last appeared in a game on January 25 versus San Antonio and has missed the last five games due to a sore left knee. In 40 games this season (11 starts), Ezeli is averaging 7.5 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.23 blocks in 17.8 minutes per contest.
For more information on the Golden State Warriors 2015-16 season, presented by Kaiser Permanente, visit warriors.com.