Jamal Crawford recently got off crutches and is thinking about making an early return before the regular season ends.

When Crawford underwent surgery for a stress fracture, it was thought that the earliest he could return would be during the playoffs.

?I think right now it?s kind of early to tell,? said Crawford, who will be re-evaluated soon.

?It?s hard just watching, especially in this push," he said.  "I definitely think I can help.?