Jermaine O'Neal to start against Los Angeles Clippers

The Golden State Warriors have announced that Jermaine O'Neal will fill in for injured center Andrew Bogut in the opening game of their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers.

Bogut has been ruled out indefinitely after fracturing his rib last week, but the team hopes he might return later in the playoffs.

O'Neal has featured in 44 games for the Warriors this season, sitting out 25 games following wrist surgery, while also missing time with foot, groin and knee complaints.

The team is also expected to use David Lee and Marreese Speight at center during this evening's game.