The Golden State Warriors experienced a significant setback during Game 1 of their second-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Star guard Stephen Curry exited the game in the second quarter due to a strained left hamstring and did not return. Head coach Steve Kerr announced that Curry will undergo an MRI on Wednesday to assess the severity of the injury.
As of now, there is no definitive timeline for Curry's return to the court. However, Coach Kerr expressed skepticism about Curry's availability for Game 2, scheduled for Thursday night. "We're definitely game-planning for him to not be available on Thursday, but we don't know yet," Kerr stated. "With a hamstring injury, it's hard to imagine that he would play Thursday." This uncertainty casts a shadow over the Warriors' playoff aspirations as they aim to advance further in the postseason.
Despite the injury, Stephen Curry started off strong, scoring 13 points in just 13 minutes. The Warriors ultimately won the game by 11 points. The injury occurred after Curry hit a three-pointer, and he appeared to suffer the strain while defending on the other end of the court. After managing to score again, he requested to leave the game and was seen limping towards the locker room.
Following the game, Coach Kerr provided insight into the team's morale. "I talked to him at halftime. He's obviously crushed," Kerr said. "The guys picked him up and played a great game. And obviously we're all concerned about Steph, but it's part of the game. Guys get hurt, you move on." The Warriors demonstrated resilience, bouncing back from Curry's injury to secure a crucial victory just 48 hours after a grueling Game 7 against the Houston Rockets.
One significant challenge for the Golden State Warriors is the tight schedule; there is only one day of rest between each game through Game 5 of this playoff series. Even a week-long absence for Curry could result in him missing crucial games. The series includes three off days scheduled between Game 5 (May 14) and Game 6 (May 18). Despite leading the series 1-0, the Warriors remain underdogs at +126 odds to win the series against the Timberwolves, particularly with Curry's health uncertain.
The Golden State Warriors are hoping for positive news regarding Stephen Curry's injury status. This setback comes after a physically demanding first-round series against the Rockets, which took a toll on the 37-year-old star. Fans and analysts alike are eagerly awaiting updates on Curry's condition, as his health will play a pivotal role in the Warriors' quest for another championship.
