In the heart of San Francisco, the Golden State Warriors find themselves at a crossroads. With Stephen Curry nursing a knee issue and the team clinging to a play-in tournament spot, the big question looms: Should Curry make a return this season?
The Warriors are facing a tough decision, especially with key players like Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody sidelined for the season. Is it worth risking Curry's health for a shot at the postseason?
Head coach Steve Kerr has been clear about his stance. "If Steph is healthy, he's going to play," Kerr stated in Dallas. It's a simple yet significant declaration, emphasizing the importance of a playoff push for both the team and Curry.
After a narrow 109-106 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, Draymond Green shared his thoughts on Curry's potential return. "It's a slippery slope," Green noted, highlighting the challenge of telling a basketball enthusiast like Curry to sit out if he feels ready to play. Yet, Green is firm: if there's any doubt about Curry's knee, it's better to err on the side of caution.
Green's perspective carries weight within the organization. When a voice like his speaks, it resonates.
"You can always kick the can down the road," Green remarked, reflecting on past decisions. Last year’s injuries serve as a reminder of how quickly opportunities can vanish in the NBA.
Does Draymond Green think Steph Curry should push to get back in what feels like a lost season?
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“If there’s an inkling of a doubt with his knee, no, I don’t. But if he’s healthy and he can play, absolutely, because that’s what you put the work in for.” pic.twitter.com/YsUshYGUtr
For Curry and the Warriors, the clock is ticking, and each decision could shape the final chapters of Curry's legendary career.
The dilemma is clear: Should the Warriors push Curry to play now, or preserve his health for future seasons? Green's advice is straightforward-if Curry isn't feeling right, he shouldn't rush back. "We all want to be a hero," Green admitted, but risking further injury isn't the answer.
The next step for Curry is participating in a five-on-five scrimmage, which the Warriors hope to arrange soon. Until then, the decision on Curry's return remains in the air, with the team carefully weighing their options.