Washington Wizards vs Golden State Warriors predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart for Jan.18 | 2024-25 NBA Season

The Golden State Warriors aim to return to winning ways when they host the Washington Wizards on Saturday at the Chase Center in San Francisco. Despite their inconsistent and disappointing season, the Warriors can find solace in their unbeaten record against the Wizards since 2022, including a 125-112 victory in their most recent matchup.

No team in the NBA has suffered more defeats this season than the Wizards, who sit at the bottom of the standings with a 6-33 record. Their current form suggests another defeat is likely unless they can break out of their slump and meet fan expectations.

Meanwhile, the Warriors have also shown inconsistent form but will approach the game with confidence following their narrow 115-115 win on the road against the Timberwolves.

However, the Warriors are far from their earlier high, having held the top spot with a 6-1 record earlier this season. Dubs fans have grown frustrated with their team's inability to establish a dominant run of form, and much improvement is needed to climb out of 11th place.

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Washington Wizards vs Golden State Warriors predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart for Jan.18

Washington Wizards predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart

Wizards coach Brian Keefe will not be able to play Marvin Bagley III and Malcolm Brogdon in this clash. Bagley is listed as out with a knee injury, while guard Brogdon is out with a foot injury.

Keefe will likely make strategic roster changes, considering the tough games ahead against the Sacramento Kings, LA Lakers, Clippers, Phoenix Suns and Mavericks.

Alexandre Sarr, Kyle Kuzma, Jordan Poole, Bilal Coulibaly and Carlton Carrington are expected to start on Saturday. Here is the team's depth chart:

Point Guards	Jordan Poole	Carlton Carrington	Jared Butler
Shooting Guards	Carlton Carrington	Corey Kispert	Jordan Poole
Small Forwards	Bilal Coulibaly	Kyshawn George	Justin Champagnie
Power Forwards	Kyle Kuzma	Justin Champagnie	Kyshawn George
Centers	Alexandre Sarr	Jonas Valanciunas	Anthony Gill

Golden State Warriors Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart

Steve Kerr is expected to have Draymond Green back at his disposal for this game. Green had missed the Warriors' last three games with an illness. He's listed as probable to return on Saturday.

Meanwhile, Kyle Anderson is listed as out with a hamstring injury, though he is expected back soon. The second player who will be on the sidelines is forward Jonathan Kuminga, who’s recovering from an ankle injury. He is expected to be back at the end of this month. The same goes for Brandin Podziemski, who is dealing with abdominal issues.

The Warriors are most likely to field Trayce Jackson-Davis, Gui Santos, Andrew Wiggins, Stephen Curry and Dennis Schroder as their starting unit on Saturday. Here is the team's depth chart:

Point Guards	Steph Curry	Gary Payton II	Pat Spencer
Shooting Guards	Gui Santons Buddy Hield	Buddy Hield	Lindy Waters III
Small Forwards	Andrew Wiggins	Kyle Anderson	Moses Moody
Power Forwards	Dennis Schroder	Draymond Green	Jonathan Kuminga
Centers	Trayce Jackson-Davis	Kevon Looney	Quinten Post