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FEBRUARY 4 • MERCURYNEWS.COM

Diagnosed with sprained foot Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said after Saturday's 141-134 overtime loss to the Hawks that Wiggins was forced out of the game due to a sprained left foot, Anthony Slater of The A...

Impact Wiggins' early exit was previously attributed to a left ankle injury, but after undergoing X-rays -- which returned negative -- the 29-year-old's health concern was classified differently once Kerr had a chance to speak with Warriors director of sports medicine Rick Celebrini. Though the X-rays have cleared Wiggins of any structural damage to his foot, his sprain could still be significant enough to keep him from playing Monday in Brooklyn, and perhaps additional games to follow. The injury is particularly inconvenient timing for Wiggins, who had started to look increasingly comfortable of late and had been averaging 16.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 three-pointers, 1.3 blocks and 1.0 steals in 33.3 minutes per game in his six outings prior to Saturday.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return Saturday Wiggins will not return to Saturday's game against Atlanta due to a left ankle injury. He finished with two points (1-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four rebounds and two blocks in 19 minutes.

Impact The Warriors initially deemed him questionable to return after he tweaked his ankle during the second quarter, but the veteran wing will miss the rest of the evening. He should be considered questionable for Monday against the Nets. If Wiggins does miss additional time, the Warriors could turn to Brandin Podziemski and Lester Quinones.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Wiggins is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Hawks due to a left ankle injury, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Impact Wiggins collided with Clint Capela at the end of the second quarter and did not take the floor after halftime with Brandin Podziemski starting in his place.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs Showing 'Most Interest' in Trade for Warriors' Andrew Wiggins The Mavs continue to be linked in trade rumors to Warriors wing Andrew Wiggins as the February 8 deadline nears.

FEBRUARY 3 • SACBEE.COM

Latest Mavs Trade Rumors: Kyle Kuzma, Dorian Finney-Smith, Andrew Wiggins The NBA trade deadline is less than a week away, and here’s Friday’s latest on the players the Dallas Mavericks are reportedly pursuing.

FEBRUARY 2 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Wakes up with 23 points Wiggins supplied 23 points (8-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals over 38 minutes during Tuesday's 119-107 win over Philadelphia.

Impact Wiggins suffered through a slow beginning of the season, but his past two games have offered a glimmer of his former self. The difference has been a lack of hesitation in taking the open shot and taking advantage of open lanes when they present themselves, attributes that have sometimes evaded Wiggins throughout the season. He's also balling out as a defender, with six steals over the past two games.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Embiid limps off with injury as Sixers fall to Warriors 119-107

Stephen Curry had 37 points with eight 3-pointers in the Warriors' 119-107 win against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night.

JANUARY 31

Solid showing in Saturday's loss Wiggins finished with 22 points (8-12 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 41 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 145-144 double...

Impact The 28-year-old forward had a miserable beginning to the season, but Wiggins may finally be righting the ship. Over six games since returning to the starting lineup, he's averaging 15.2 points, 4.7 boards, 3.0 assists, 1.3 threes and 1.0 blocks while shooting 51.4 percent from the floor. That production's still below the level he'd established over his first few seasons with the Warriors, but Wiggins is at least showing signs of regaining that form over the second half.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Rumor: Mavs 'Have Always Liked' Andrew Wiggins; 'Rumblings' of Potential Trade with Warriors The Dallas Mavericks need to make frontcourt improvements, especially when it comes to the defensive end of the court, and Golden State Warr...

JANUARY 26 • SACBEE.COM

Shows continued improvement in loss Wiggins accumulated 17 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 31 minutes during Thursday's 134-133 loss to Sacramento.

Impact Wiggins posted double-digit scoring for the third consecutive game, which is more representative of his previous production with the Warriors. It's been a mixed bag for Wiggins, who is the target of trade rumors as his usefulness waned throughout November. Although it's hard to ignore his previous contributions, he's only on the cusp of fantasy viability currently.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

NBA debate: How Doc Rivers impacts Bucks, what we're expecting at trade deadline

Our crew of NBA experts debated the Bucks' coaching change, which teams might be getting itchy about making a move and what to expect ahead...

JANUARY 25

Goes for 16 points Monday Wiggins finished Monday's 116-107 loss to the Grizzlies with 16 points (7-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 31 minutes.

Impact Wiggins was active on both ends of the court Monday, reaching the 15-point mark for the second time in his last three since returning to the starting lineup, but he also made his presence felt with two blocks. Wiggins' upside changes dramatically when he's in the starting lineup, but overall, his campaign has been disappointing. He's averaging just 9.6 points per game in his last seven starts since the start of December.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Trade Odds: Mavs Top 5 for Warriors' Andrew Wiggins Deal? The Dallas Mavericks have already been listed as the betting-odds favorite for a Pascal Siakam trade with the Toronto Raptors, and now they’...

JANUARY 13 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Season-high eight assists Wiggins amassed 17 points (8-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt), five rebounds, eight assists, one block and one steal over 31 minutes during Friday's 140-131 win over the Bulls.

Impact Wiggins returned to the starting lineup Friday, delivering arguably his best all-around performance in the past three weeks. His eight assists marked a season-high, complementing his 17 points. Despite the fact it has been an underwhelming season, Wiggins is likely one of the best waiver wire targets who might be available in standard leagues. If he is floating around on your waiver wire, he is worth grabbing just in case he can build off this performance.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Wiggins will start at small forward in Friday's game against the Bulls, Shayna Rubin of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Wiggins will return to the starting unit after getting replaced by Brandin Podziemski for one game. The latter is returning to the bench in favor of the former. Wiggins has averaged 11.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 26.4 minutes in 22 games as a starter this season.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Potential Trade Destination for Warriors Andrew Wiggins Revealed One potential team seems to be interested in Andrew Wiggins

JANUARY 12 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Joins second unit Wiggins will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Impact Coach Steve Kerr is replacing Wiggins with Brandin Podziemski in the first unit. Wiggins has really struggled next to Jonathan Kuminga, so it's not a surprise to see Kerr stagger those two again. Wiggins has also been in a brutal slump, scoring a combined six points in his last two games.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Could Royce O'Neale or Andrew Wiggins fit in Detroit? Pistons trade scenarios Detroit will look to make some moves ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline. Who are some names that make sense?

JANUARY 10 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Lackluster results as starter Wiggins finished Sunday's 133-118 loss to Toronto with three points (1-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 17 minutes.

Impact The 28-year-old got the first chance at a starting role following Chris Paul's hand injury, but Wiggins struggled to generate much production during Sunday's blowout loss. He was held to a single-digit scoring total for a second consecutive game and was outplayed by Moses Moody, who tallied 21 points and three rebounds in 22 minutes off the bench. It's unclear whether Wiggins will remain in the starting lineup moving forward, and Sunday's performance didn't do much to instill confidence.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Wiggins is starting Sunday's game against Toronto, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Impact Wiggins was benched by the Warriors in mid-December and has come off the bench in his 10 appearances since then. However, he'll return to the starting lineup Sunday with Chris Paul (hand) facing a multi-week absence. It's unclear whether Wiggins will have a long-term stint in the starting lineup, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him retain a starting role as long as he can perform well.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 10 points off bench Wiggins amassed 10 points (4-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-3 FT), three rebounds and two steals in 21 minutes during Tuesday's 121-115 win over Orlando.

Impact Since missing back-to-back games due to an illness, Wiggins has averaged 14.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.5 blocks in 26.0 minutes per game over his last four appearances. That's not stellar production by any means, but Wiggins is still garnering a solid role despite his relegation to the bench. Wiggins has performed better as a reserve, averaging 13.9 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists in eight appearances off the bench compared to 12.1 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists as a starter (21 games).

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs Trade Odds Favorite for Draymond Green; Could Andrew Wiggins Fit Too? The Dallas Mavericks were recently pegged as being betting odds favorite to trade for Golden State Warriors’ Draymond Green, and now, Andrew...

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Will play Monday Wiggins (illness) will play Monday against the Nuggets, Kendra Andrews of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Wiggins missed back-to-back games due to an illness but will return to action versus Denver. However, before his absence, he lost his starting spot to Brandin Podziemski, so Wiggins is expected to operate off the bench. Across four bench appearances this season, Wiggins has averaged 13.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 25.0 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy Monday Wiggins (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Wiggins is in jeopardy of missing his third consecutive game due to an illness. The 10th-year pro has recently been moved to the bench, where he is averaging 13.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 25.0 minutes through four games. If he is unable to go, Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody could be in line for extra minutes.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE