Colin Cowherd breaks the news about Andrew Wiggins’s predicament (Updated: Apr. 05)

April 5, 2023 minhhanh

For personal reasons, forward Andrew Wiggins has been absent from the team. It is unclear when he will return to the court.

Colin Cowherd claims to have heard one rumor concerning Andrew Wiggins

UPDATE (Apr. 05):

The Warriors’ star Andrew Wiggins has broken his silence.

The 28-year-old explained his sudden departure from the Golden State Warriors in an interview with reporters on Tuesday.

Wiggins has made it clear that his family is his top priority.

He said: “When you’re in a certain situation, and your family needs you and requires your attention and your love, that’s my first priority,”

Wiggins has been away from the Warriors’ last 22 games due to personal obligations.

In the press conference, he did not explain his lengthy absence. He preferred to keep that information to himself, his immediate family, and any other close relatives.

UPDATE (Apr. 04):

The Warriors are expected to have swingman Andrew Wiggins back in the lineup, perhaps as soon as this week, per multiple reports.

Andrew Wiggins is expected to return to the club this week after missing the last 21 games due to a personal problem, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.

Additionally, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports Wiggins plans to attend Golden State’s home game against the Thunder on Tuesday.

UPDATE (Apr. 02):

Andrew Wiggins is still out for this game against the Nuggets.

UPDATE (Apr. 01):

The first concrete evidence that Wiggins might make a return before the end of the season surfaced on Friday.

According to Jason Dumas of KRON4, Wiggins has returned to the Bay Area after being away for quite some time.

 

UPDATE (Mar. 29):

According to Steve Kerr, Wiggins has been working out regularly despite the uncertainty surrounding his return date. The Warriors won’t know anything about his physical condition, however, until he enters the building.

Kerr has said that he will not shut down Wiggins for the year, so “there’s hope” that he will play again this season. It’s unclear if that will occur during the final six games of the regular season or later in the postseason (play-in games or playoffs).

UPDATE (Mar. 25):

Wiggins has now missed 18 consecutive games due to a family emergency that has forced him to put basketball on hold for the time being.

UPDATE (Mar. 24):

Warriors players and coaches have made comments that make it seem like Wiggins’ return is far from assured.

During a recent episode of his podcast, Draymond Green said, “We’ll see” when talking about the possibility of Wiggins returning.

Green’s response echoed the tone and word choice of Steve Kerr and others who have expressed doubt about Wiggins’s possible return this season.

UPDATE (Mar. 23):

Steve Kerr was upbeat about Wiggins and Payton’s eventual returns before a crucial game against the Dallas Mavericks, saying that they’ll help the Warriors manage title-worthy defense that has been scarce throughout 2022-23.

“We’re hopeful to get Wiggs and Gary Payton back,” he said.

LATEST UPDATE:

Wiggins’ girlfriend, Mychal Johnson said this on Twitter about the Warriors star’s condition:

UPDATED (Mar. 18):

The Warriors have been tight-lipped about forward Andrew Wiggins’ situation, and it is unclear if he will be back for the rest of the season or not.

“I think that’s the hope (that he’ll return), but really there’s nothing to report on,” head coach Steve Kerr said. “We’re giving him his space as he deals with something that’s way more important than a game. If he’s able to come back, then that would be great, and if not then that’s the case. Whatever happens we’ll handle it accordingly.”

“Friend to friend, teammate to teammate, sending him support,” Stephen Curry said. “Tough situation with him being away for so long but necessary. Life is bigger than basketball. Whatever him and his family are going through, that’s all that matters. Whenever he’s ready to come back, I’m sure he will. That’s how he’s built in terms of being available. I know he’s missing the vibe and being with us, and we miss him too.”

This year has been a roller coaster for the Golden State Warriors. They’ve had a tough go of it after last year’s NBA title run.

As of right now, their 36-33 record ranks them as the fifth-best team in the Western Conference.

The Warriors’ home record this season is typical of their typical seasons. With a record of 29-7 at home, they have the second-most victories by any team in the league.

Their season is a disaster, though, and it all started when they hit the road. They’ve only won 7 of their last 26 games away from home, third-fewest in the NBA behind the Spurs and Rockets.

In terms of defense, it has been one of their main weaknesses. They are losing games because they can’t seem to stop opponents, especially when they’re on the road.

One of the best defenders on a team full of former All-Stars has been sidelined. Andrew Wiggins has been dealing with personal issues away from the team. It is unclear when he will return to the team.

The rumor that Wiggins won’t be back at all this season has been spreading, as reported by Colin Cowherd.

Wiggins has missed most of the Warriors’ 69 games this season due to injury. Even so, they would benefit greatly from having him back on the team at some point, as he is indispensable on both ends of the court.

Why Wiggins has been absent for so long is anyone’s guess. However, the Warriors as a whole have stood behind Wiggins and will continue to do so during his absence.