ESPN analyst Brian Windhorst insinuated during a recent interview that the Golden State Warriors may have faked Kevon Looney's illness before Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers. Looney was initially slated to start in Game 2 until he was removed from the starting lineup due to an illness. Although Looney still played in the game for 12 minutes, he was not effective. ESPN's Windhorst theorized that Warriors coach Steve Kerr may have purposely used this fake illness to throw off the Lakers. Despite the rumors, the Warriors have not commented on the situation.

The Warriors are now heading into a pivotal Game 3 against the Lakers with the series tied at 1-1. With Looney not listed on the injury report, it seems he will be healthy for the upcoming game. The Lakers, meanwhile, are dealing with some injuries of their own with Mo Bamba questionable due to left ankle soreness and Anthony Davis and LeBron James both probable with various foot injuries. The stage is set for an exciting Game 3 between these two Western Conference Semifinal teams.