"It's too early to declare that Warriors center Andris Biedrins is back to his old self. And he certainly has a long way to go toward justifying the $9 million he's due this season. But it was hard not to notice Biedrins' improved play the past two games. His energy, his hustle, his activity on defense -- all glimpses of Golden State's one-time secret weapon. Biedrins' contributions are even more of a bonus with starting center Andrew Bogut sidelined. Coach Mark Jackson revealed after Tuesday's practice that Bogut will be out longer than the initially announced 7 to 10 days. Bogut, still recovering from offseason surgery on his left ankle, has missed the past two games and was ruled out of Wednesday's game against visiting Atlanta. Jackson said Bogut won't join the Warriors on the upcoming three-game trip, which means Bogut will miss at least 12 days and six games. "We are going to continue to rehab, and when he's ready to go, he's ready to go," Jackson said. "I don't even think it makes sense to put a number on it. We're not going to force a timetable. We're just going to use wisdom."" Read more: http://www.insidebayarea.com/warriors/ci_21989409/warriors-andris-biedrins-building-back-confidence
