Stephen Curry is captured devastated and unable to help the Golden State Warriors as they were crushed by the Timberwolves

The Golden State Warriors’ 2025 playoff run came to a heartbreaking end last night as they were eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 121-110 Game 5 loss.

Stephen Curry, the team’s 11-time All-Star and four-time NBA champion, was sidelined for the third consecutive game due to a lingering hamstring injury suffered in Game 1 of the series.

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Forced to watch from the bench, Curry’s reaction captured the mood of Warriors’ fans—a mix of disbelief and frustration. Cameras caught Curry shaking his head in disbelief as Timberwolves star Julius Randle drained a deep three-pointer late in the second quarter, putting Minnesota up by 11 points and effectively sealing the game’s fate in a 4-1 series win.

Stephen Curry’s Absence

Curry’s injury was a pivotal blow to the Warriors’ chances. After winning Game 1 with Curry contributing 13 quick points before his injury, Golden State dropped the next four games without their superstar.

Coach Steve Kerr reflected on the challenge, emphasizing how crucial health and key plays are in the playoffs. Kerr praised the Timberwolves’ effort and acknowledged the Warriors’ fight despite the adversity, noting the team’s improved spacing and ball movement in Game 5 but ultimately conceding that Minnesota deserved the series win.

Curry’s reaction made it clear that he was not just physically sidelined but emotionally invested in every moment, hoping for a turnaround that never came. His frustration was palpable as he witnessed the Timberwolves extend their lead and the Warriors’ season slip away.

Golden State Warriors’ future

Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green playing against Minnesota Timberwolves' Julius Randle in Game 5.

Despite the disappointment, the Warriors’ core remains intact with Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green all under contract for at least another season. Coach Kerr expressed pride in the team’s resilience and the turnaround they achieved from earlier struggles in the season.

After eliminated the 2025 playoffs, the Warriors are expected to explore trades and free agency moves to add a third star or complementary pieces, with Nikola Vucevic mentioned as a potential target to strengthen their frontcourt and spacing.

As for the NBA Draft, the Warriors will not have a first-round pick in 2025 due to it being conveyed to the Miami Heat, but they do hold the 41st overall pick in the second round.