Injury Update: When Will Warriors' Steph Curry Return From Injury?
Steph Curry faces about a week sidelined with a right quad contusion from the Warriors' loss to Houston, with reevaluation set soon.
Steph Curry sustained the quad contusion late in the fourth quarter during Golden State's 104-100 defeat to the Rockets on Wednesday. He collided with Alperen Sengun on a screen, then took contact from Amen Thompson on a charge attempt that drew a blocking foul call.
Moments later, another drive ended with Curry grimacing in pain before heading to the locker room with 35 seconds left. An MRI confirmed the muscle strain, ruling out more severe damage like a tear.
Coach Steve Kerr expressed relief postgame, noting the injury's relative mildness compared to past ankle or knee woes that plagued Curry early in his career. Curry had logged 32 minutes, scoring 14 points with six rebounds and five assists before exiting. This marks his latest setback after missing three games earlier due to illness.
Expected Recovery and Missed Games
Team medical staff anticipate Curry missing around a week or slightly longer, depending on treatment response and practice progression. He will sit out at least the next two contests against New Orleans and Oklahoma City, with a potential return by December 4 versus Philadelphia.
Golden State follows a cautious protocol, building up activity before clearing players for games. Historical data shows the Warriors struggle without him, posting a 92-155 all-time record in his absences.
At age 37, managing Curry's workload remains critical amid his history of ankle surgeries and sprains. The two-time MVP leads the NBA with 4.7 threes per game while averaging 27.9 points this season. His timely recovery could stabilize a squad facing one of the league's toughest early schedules.
Warriors' Challenge Without Their Star
Golden State sits at 10-10, eighth in the West, after a promising 4-1 start gave way to inconsistency. Kerr admitted the absence alters rotations and offensive flow entirely, forcing reliance on Jimmy Butler III, Draymond Green, and Jonathan Kuminga.
The team went 1-3 without Curry earlier this year, underscoring his irreplaceable impact. Upcoming road games demand depth as the Warriors aim to climb standings before his return.
