Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green once again expressed regret after former teammate Jordan Poole may have referenced some lingering bad blood

The Golden State Warriors suffered a significant setback on Saturday when Draymond Green was forced to exit their game against the Washington Wizards.

Green (illness) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Wizards, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports. Green has missed the last three games for the Warriors with an illness and will be able to return Saturday against Washington.

Warriors forward Draymond Green punched former teammate Jordan Poole during practice prior to the 2022 in a move that changed the fates of both Golden State stars. The Warriors, fresh off of an NBA championship, traded Poole to the Washington Wizards and haven't played in the NBA Finals since.

Although the Golden State Warriors began the 2024-25 season as one of the top NBA teams, they've since regressed to a lottery-level trajectory. However, on Saturday, their opponent has the potential of a top-five lottery finisher. The Warriors vs. Washington Wizards injury report reveals a relieving matchup.

The Golden State Warriors are hosting the Washington Wizards on Saturday at Chase Center. Looking to make it consecutive wins after their big victory over the M

Draymond Green is expected to return for the Golden State Warriors in their matchup against the Washington Wizards on Saturday.

It wasn’t always pretty, but the Warriors got it done when it mattered most. After a sluggish first half, Golden State’s offense found life in the final two quarters and held on to beat the last-place Washington Wizards 122-114 to open its two-game homestand.

Stephen Curry exited Saturday's contest between the Golden State Warriors and the Washington Wizards at Chase Center due to a left ankle injury. Curry's history with ankle injuries had Warriors fans worried,

Curry got tangled with Washington’s Jordan Poole under the basket and was down on the court for a few seconds.