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The Golden State Warriors hope to have Stephen Curry back in the lineup when they face the Oklahoma City Thunder to start a multi-game road trip, coach Steve Kerr indicated Sunday. The star guard missed three straight games with a team-described “general illness,” and his return would be a major boost for a club that still orbits his shooting and playmaking.
Coach signals Curry could return for Tuesday’s clash
Steve Kerr told reporters the team expects Curry to play Tuesday night in Oklahoma City. The plan is for Curry to be available as the Warriors open a six-game trip.
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The timing would mark Curry’s first appearance since sitting out multiple contests this week.
Nature of the absence: what we know
Curry had played last Tuesday, then missed games on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The team labeled the problem a “general illness”.
- No specific injury was reported.
- The illness kept Curry off the court for three consecutive matchups.
- The team managed the situation cautiously to preserve his long-term availability.
How the Warriors adapted without their star
Golden State still found a way to win during Curry’s absence. The Warriors beat the Indiana Pacers Sunday night.
The roster adjusted by moving playmaking duties elsewhere. Bench players and role scorers took on extra minutes.
- Offensive sets were altered to reduce reliance on Curry’s shooting.
- Ball movement and team defense became more prominent.
- Rotation changes tested younger players and veterans alike.
What Curry’s return would change
Even late in his career, Curry remains the focal point of Golden State’s attack. His presence stretches defenses and creates space.
A returning Curry would restore pick-and-roll options and long-range threat creation. It would also relieve scoring pressure on role players.
Other NBA stories to watch this week
- Lakers keep a notable veteran on their roster, but it’s not Bronny.
- Celtics big man Luka Garza posted a surprising scoring stat.
- Donovan Mitchell matched a feat not seen since Michael Jordan in 1985.
- If the Grizzlies move Ja Morant, more star departures could follow.
- Steph Curry surpassed Kobe Bryant and is closing on a Michael Jordan milestone.
- Russell Westbrook set a new record that had never been done before.
