The usually jovial Kemba Walker seemed more measured and demure in his post-game presser Friday night. With a mask covering his 1000-watt smile and a Yankees cap tucked low, his answers were succinct and to the point.
You wouldn’t know that he had arguably his best game since his comeback started fourteen games ago. Against Trae Young and the Hawks, Walker put up an efficient 28 points on 10-for-16 shooting (5-for-8 from behind the arc) with six assists and three steals.
The four-time All-Star has been pain-free since receiving a stem cell injection in his knee after the playoffs, but at times, his game has been painful to watch.