After a week of rest and potential adjustments, the Golden State Warriors are gearing up to face the Boston Celtics tonight. This matchup is a nod to their 2022 NBA Finals clash, but both squads have undergone significant changes, and notably, both are missing their star players.
Warriors' Injury Update
- Out: Steph Curry (right patellofemoral pain syndrome) Steph Curry is set to miss his sixth straight game due to runner’s knee.
Although there was optimism for his return before the All-Star break, he's still sidelined. This suggests the Warriors might be taking a cautious approach, especially since their playoff position isn't as secure as they'd like.
- Out: Jimmy Butler III (right ACL surgery) Butler remains out following surgery earlier this month. His sights are set on a comeback around the 2027 All-Star break.
- Out: Seth Curry (left sciatic nerve irritation) Seth Curry is caught in a cycle of two-week evaluations. The hope is that he’ll be back on the court sometime this year.
- Questionable: Kristaps Porziņģis (left Achilles tendon injury management) Porziņģis has only participated in 17 games this season and hasn't played since January 7. There’s anticipation that he might make his Warriors debut tonight against his former team, the Celtics, with whom he clinched the NBA Finals in 2024.
Celtics' Injury Report
The Celtics have just one player on their injury list, but it's a significant one. Jayson Tatum, considered one of the league’s top talents, has been out since tearing his Achilles during the 2025 playoffs. Despite his absence, Boston has exceeded expectations and is eager to have Tatum back in time for the postseason push.
Tonight's game promises to be an intriguing battle, with both teams navigating key absences and looking to make a statement as the season progresses.