Warriors' Chris Paul to Undergo Surgery for Fractured Hand
Despite Injury, Trade Value Unaffected; Podziemski, Joseph, and Moody to See Increased Play Time
- Golden State Warriors point guard Chris Paul suffered a fractured left hand during a game against the Detroit Pistons and will undergo surgery next week.
- Despite the injury, Paul's trade value is not expected to be impacted due to his expiring contract, which can be used to cut future salary.
- Paul's injury will result in more playing time for rookie Brandin Podziemski, Cory Joseph, and Moses Moody.
- There is no set timeline for Paul's return, but he is expected to come back at some point this season.
- The Warriors are currently struggling with a 17-18 record, holding the last spot in the Western Conference play-in tournament field.