The Golden State Warriors are eager to bounce back from a two-game skid as they prepare to host the Denver Nuggets for some Sunday afternoon hoops. However, they'll have to do it without their star playmaker, Steph Curry.
Curry, who has been dealing with a persistent knee issue, will miss the matchup against Denver. The injury, known as right patellofemoral pain syndrome or "runner's knee," has been giving him trouble with pain and swelling around the kneecap.
This marks the seventh straight game Curry will sit out, a streak that also saw him miss the All-Star game despite being named a starter. While an MRI showed no significant damage, the discomfort continues to sideline him. The Warriors plan to re-evaluate Curry's condition at the end of the month, so fans will have to wait a bit longer for his return.
In the 39 games he’s played this season, Curry has been a force, averaging 27.2 points, 4.8 assists, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game. His absence leaves a significant gap for the Warriors, who will need to rally as a team to overcome the challenge.
This game marks the third encounter between Golden State and Denver this season. The Warriors claimed victory in their October clash, but the Nuggets evened the score in November. With another meeting set for March, this matchup adds another chapter to their ongoing rivalry.