The Warriors late Wednesday night alleviated a lot of concerns about the long-term health of Kevin Durant, stating the star forward did not sustain an Achilles injury.
Veteran cornerback Richard Sherman knows first hand how much an Achilles injury can linger through the next season.
Sherman tried last season to downplay the impact a torn Achilles had on him during his first season with the 49ers. Sherman started 14 games for the 49ers and did not record an interception for the first time in his eight-year career. Sherman, a four-time Pro Bowl selection, ranks fourth among active players with 32 career interceptions.