Wesley Matthews: Dealing With Knee Injury

Matthews suffered a hyperextended knee during Monday's five-point performance (1-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT) against the Lakers and said after the game that his injury affected him both physically and mentally throughout the contest, The Columbian reports.

Analysis:

Matthews exited the game for a brief amount of time but ultimately returned to the court and played 30 minutes. His negative comments after the game will likely be worth monitoring ahead of Thursday's contest against the Heat. Even though he returned to the court Monday, it might be wise to consider him day-to-day since he experienced pain throughout the game.