The Golden State Warriors are navigating a challenging stretch, wrapping up their week with a tough loss to the New York Knicks. This 110-107 defeat marks their fifth consecutive loss, a streak that’s left them searching for answers. Despite battling hard, the Warriors find themselves in need of more than just moral victories.
Injuries have been a significant hurdle, and the Warriors are eagerly anticipating the return of some key players. With a matchup against the Washington Wizards looming, head coach Steve Kerr is hopeful that reinforcements are on the way.
Injury Updates from Coach Kerr
Before the game against the Knicks, Kerr provided some encouraging news regarding the team’s injury situation. Draymond Green’s return for the game in D.C. is looking promising. Meanwhile, Kristaps Porzingis and De'Anthony Melton are expected to be back in action, which should bolster the lineup.
However, veterans Al Horford and Seth Curry are dealing with setbacks from their recent game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and are likely sidelined for at least a week.
The Anticipated Return of Steph Curry
The Warriors are holding out hope for Steph Curry’s return before the season’s end. Although there’s no definitive timeline, the team remains optimistic.
Curry’s absence has been felt since he left the January 30 game against the Detroit Pistons after 25 minutes of play. Missing the game against the Knicks marked his 17th consecutive absence.
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Curry is expected to miss at least 10 more days following his latest evaluation. This rules him out for the upcoming games against the Wizards, Celtics, and Pistons.
Nick Friedell of The Athletic reported that Curry is traveling with the team and is making progress, though he’s still limited to individual workouts. His presence is a positive sign, but the Warriors clearly miss his on-court impact.
Currently sitting at 32-35, the Warriors hold the ninth spot in the Western Conference. They maintain a slim half-game lead over the Portland Trail Blazers and trail the Los Angeles Clippers by two games. The race for playoff positioning is tight, and the Warriors are eager to have their star back to help push them over the line.