Seth Curry Nearing Return as Warriors Monitor Progress from Sciatic Nerve Injury
The Golden State Warriors shared a promising update on veteran guard Seth Curry’s recovery Saturday, signaling that his return to the court may not be too far off.
Curry, who rejoined the Warriors in early December after the team cleared the necessary cap space, made an immediate impact in his first game back. But just as quickly as he re-entered the fold, he was sidelined again-this time due to a sciatic nerve issue that’s kept him out for the last 18 games. He hasn’t yet had the chance to share the floor with his brother, Steph Curry, in a regular-season game-something fans and the franchise alike have been eagerly waiting to see.
Now, there’s renewed optimism.
Progress Report: Curry Advancing in Rehab
Per the Warriors’ latest medical update, Curry has been re-evaluated and is showing “good progress” in his recovery. He’s moved beyond just rehab work and is now participating in various on-court workouts-a key step forward for a player dealing with a nerve-related injury.
The team will re-evaluate him again in two weeks, maintaining a cautious but hopeful approach. It’s a familiar timeline-they used similar language in their previous update-but it’s encouraging to see Curry advancing to more basketball-specific activity.
With nerve issues, there’s no rushing the process. The Warriors know that, and they’re playing the long game here.
Where Does Seth Fit In?
When Curry is cleared to play, the Warriors will have an interesting decision to make. His elite shooting is his calling card-he’s a career 43.3% shooter from deep and led the league in three-point percentage last season with Charlotte, knocking down an eye-popping 45.6% from beyond the arc. That kind of efficiency can’t be ignored, especially for a team that thrives on spacing and ball movement.
Even if he doesn’t log heavy minutes right away, Curry’s ability to stretch the floor and provide instant offense off the bench makes him a valuable piece. He’s more than just a spot-up shooter, too.
He can handle the ball, run the offense in spurts, and play within the Warriors’ motion-heavy system with a high basketball IQ. That’s no surprise-he’s grown up in it.
Depending on how the roster shakes out-particularly with the trade deadline looming-Curry could see his role expand. With Jimmy Butler sidelined, there’s already a bit more room in the rotation. And while the Warriors have leaned on players like De’Anthony Melton and Brandin Podziemski in the backcourt, Curry brings a different flavor: a veteran sharpshooter who can space the floor and keep defenders honest.
He could fill a role similar to what Buddy Hield is doing now-coming off the bench as a wing shooter who can also act as a secondary or tertiary ball-handler. He’s not a lockdown defender, but he’s smart, quick, and understands team concepts-traits that go a long way in Steve Kerr’s system.
The Bottom Line
Seth Curry isn’t back just yet, but the signs are pointing in the right direction. He’s progressing in his rehab, getting back on the court, and inching closer to making his season debut alongside his brother in a Warriors uniform.
Given his shooting pedigree and veteran savvy, it’s hard to imagine he won’t have a role once he’s healthy. Whether it’s as a spark plug off the bench or a steadying presence in a fluid rotation, Curry’s return could give the Warriors a timely boost as they push through the heart of the season.