Draymond Green Returns, Shakes Up Western Conference

0:00For the Golden State Warriors, it's March 1st. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. Traymon Green is returning to the Golden State Warriors lineup on Saturday against the Los Angeles Lakers. The 35-year-old Ford missed two of his team's last three games because of a nagging back injury. He's been a key player this season when healthy. Green has suited up for 48 games so far, putting up 8.5 points per game on 41% shooting, along with 5. Seven rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.5 three-pointers in about 27 minutes a night. Earlier this week, the Warriors beat the Memphis Grizzlies 1-14 to 1-13 on the second night of a back-to-back, sitting him out as a precaution. That win came after a narrow loss to the New Orleans Pelicans the night before, where Green did play. Fans and analysts see his return as a major lift, especially with the Warriors holding a 31-28 record, good for 8th in the past, Western Conference.

1:01Golden State is still without Steph Curry, whose side-mind by a knee issue, and dealing with another player's illness absence. The team listed Green is available just an hour before tip-off, signaling their easing him back carefully. Meanwhile, the Lakers head into the match of at 34 and 24, locked in six place but stumbling with three losses in a row. This game could shake up the standings in a tight race. The Daily News Now is grateful to our sponsor for today's episode. What is cooler than cool, a pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com