Lance Stephenson: (Groin) Shakes Off Injury Friday

Stephenson (groin) managed to play 38 minutes Friday against the Suns and tallied 13 points (5-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists, and two steals.

Analysis:

It was announced shortly before tipoff that Stephenson would play Friday despite suffering a previously unannounced groin strain earlier in the week. While that seems concerning at first glance, the fact that he was able to play 38 minutes and contribute in all categories is a good indication that he'll be in the clear moving forward.