The Golden State Warriors have made an ideal start to 2025, beating the Philadelphia 76ers by an emphatic margin of 34 points (139-105) on Thursday. Stephen Curry stood out in the collective effort, scoring 30 points and 10 assists, while having a sprained right thumb. The injury to Chef has left concerns among the fans, doubting his status in the upcoming game against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Stephen Curry will Not Feature in the Game Against Grizzlies
As it turns out, Steph Curry will not feature in the Warriors vs Grizzles game, slated to take place at the Chase Center on Saturday. Coach Steve Kerr updated about the development stating that the star Point Guard has been given rest on account of, “tendonitis in his knees.”
Besides Steph Curry, Gary Payton II and Brandin Podziemaski will also miss out on the encounter against the Grizzlies. Moreover, Andrew Wiggins is listed as probable for the game.
With Stephen Curry’s rest on Saturday being a cautious step ahead of the back-to-back games, expect him to return to action when the Kings visit on Sunday. The extra day off should aid the two-time MVP’s recovery from his sprained thumb, allowing him to regain his strength for the upcoming matchup.
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Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies: Preview
The Golden State Warriors are set to host the Memphis Grizzlies at Chase Center today. In their previous matchup, the Warriors were favored to win, with a 63.8% chance of victory. The Grizzlies, led by Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane, have shown remarkable consistency and team chemistry this season. However, the Warriors’ home-court advantage and improved defense might give them an edge. Nevertheless, in the absence of Steph Curry, the Grizzlies would fancy their chances, but it will still take an utmost effort to get the better of the Warriors. However, the visitors have the momentum with them. They are 23-12 in the season compared to 17-16 of the Warriors. The points table also showcases an advantage to Memphis. The Grizzles are second on the Western Conference table, whereas the Warriors are languishing at 9th spot. Thus, it will be intriguing to witness, who gets the better in this exciting clash.
