Warriors’ Curry to Return Against OKC After Illness
Stephen Curry, the star player for the Golden State Warriors, has missed the last three games due to an illness. His absence was felt during a recent 114-83 victory against the Indiana Pacers. However, Curry is expected to return for the upcoming game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Curry’s Recent Struggles
Curry’s illness followed the Warriors’ recent road trip to Indianapolis and Milwaukee. He managed to play in a home game against the Phoenix Suns but reported feeling fatigued in the second half. As a result, he did not participate in subsequent losses to Sacramento and Denver.
Coaches’ Decision on Curry
After four days of rest, Curry was initially considered questionable for the match against the Pacers. However, head coach Steve Kerr stated that the medical staff decided to take a cautious approach, ultimately ruling him out for the game. Following the win over the Pacers, Kerr expressed optimism about Curry’s return for Tuesday’s contest.
Upcoming Game vs. Oklahoma City
The Warriors are preparing for a six-game trip starting in Oklahoma City. Currently, their season record stands at 4-1, but they faced difficulties recently, losing four of their last five games. Notably, Golden State has struggled in Curry’s absence, with eight consecutive losses in games where he did not play, including playoffs.
Impact of Curry’s Absence
- Warriors’ recent performance: 4-1 season start, lost 4 of last 5 games.
- Significant losses without Curry: 8-straight defeats in total.
- Pacers faced limitations as well, missing key players like Pascal Siakam.
The upcoming challenge against the Thunder marks an essential opportunity for Curry to rejoin his teammates and help improve the Warriors’ standings. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how his return will influence the team’s performance and strategy moving forward.
