Stephen Curry Out for Warriors’ Road Trip; Injury Update Urgent
UPDATE: Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry will miss the team’s crucial three-game road trip to Philadelphia, Cleveland, and Chicago due to a left thigh contusion, extending his absence for a minimum of three more games. This injury emerged after Curry sustained a quad injury during a home loss to the Houston Rockets last Wednesday.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr revealed that Curry is a “long shot” to return by the weekend, prompting the decision for him to remain in the Bay Area for continued medical treatment. An official reevaluation was scheduled for Thursday, but Kerr’s comments indicate a more cautious approach to Curry’s recovery.
Curry’s absence will force him to miss at least five games, putting significant pressure on the Warriors as they navigate a challenging schedule. However, Kerr expressed optimism that Curry could return for Golden State’s home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on December 12, 2023. The team will have four days off after the road trip, allowing for potential recovery time.
In addition to Curry’s situation, there are also concerns regarding the availability of the Warriors’ second star, Jimmy Butler. Butler left Tuesday night’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a sore left knee, raising questions about his status for the opening game of the road trip against the Sixers. Kerr admitted he was unaware of Butler’s injury until late in the game, saying, “I didn’t even know [he was out] until I was drawing up a play with a minute to go.”
The Warriors enter this road trip with a struggling record of 11-11, following a disappointing 124-112 loss to the Thunder. Despite a valiant effort in the second half, where they briefly took the lead, the Warriors collapsed under the pressure of reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored 38 points, pushing the Thunder to an impressive 21-1 record.
As the Warriors prepare to face the Sixers, fans are left wondering how the team will cope without their key players. The upcoming games will be critical for the franchise’s season as they look to regain momentum and stability. Stay tuned for further updates on Curry’s recovery and Butler’s injury status as the situation unfolds.
