May 6, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr answers questions at a press conference before game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images
Steph Curry underwent an injury to the hamstrings in the middle of the second quarter of Game 1 against Minnesota Timberwolves. 37 years old, he left the field and never came back into play on Tuesday evening.
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr has given an important update on the state of health of his star leader.
At the post-match press conference, Steve Kerr said:
“It’s day to day. He will spend an MRI tomorrow. I spoke to him at halftime-he is obviously shot. But the guys knew how to mobilize and made a very good match. »»
According to this update, it seems that Curry suffers from a grade 1 elongation, which is not too serious. However, uncertainty remains due to the complex nature of injuries to hamstrings.
-The Golden State Warriors are already preparing to compete in Game 2 without curry. On this subject, Kerr added:
“We clearly prepare the match as if he was not going to be available on Thursday. With an injury to the hamstrings, it is difficult to imagine it on the ground. Nothing is certain yet, but we must discuss how to produce offensively without Steph. »»
Steph Curry only played 13 minutes before leaving injury. Nevertheless, the “Baby-Faced Assassin” had an immediate impact by scoring 13 points with a very good yield (5 out of 9 on shots, including 3 out of 6 to three points). After its release, Buddy Hield and Jimmy Butler took over.
Additional players shine in the absence of Steph Curry
The Golden State Warriors have a formidable bench capable of making the difference. Deprived of Curry, the team saw its complementary players outdoor to snatch a precious victory on Tuesday. Gary Payton II scored eight points with a great success (3 out of 4 on shots). Jonathan Kuminga added 7 points despite a limited playing time.
Pat Spence, which has attracted more and more attention in recent weeks, has also shone with 4 points (2 out of 4 on shots). Buddy Hield And Jimmy Butler led the offensive with 24 and 20 points respectively. The Golden State Warriors finally won 99-88.
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