OKLAHOMA CITY -- For much of the first month of the season, the Warriors have been trying to find combat various frontcourt injuries.
In a three-day span, the team announced injuries to Willie Cauley-Stein (foot), rookie Alen Smailagic (ankle) and Kevon Looney (hamstring), a crippling blow to Golden State's depth.
In the latest twist, after playing 10 minutes in a season-opening loss to the Clippers, Looney aggravated his hamstring, prompting neurological testing.
For the last five years, the Warriors have used star power and luck to stay atop the league. Now, as they continue to find frontcourt consistency, they will have to be without one of their defensive staples.