There’s nothing quite like the sinking feeling in the Chase Center when you see Stephen Curry down on the floor, clearly in pain. This unsettling scene unfolded during Thursday night’s clash against the Raptors. Midway through the third quarter, Curry made a drive down the lane, skillfully drawing in the defense before passing the ball. Unfortunately, he got hit in the process and ended up landing hard on his back.
After the game, Coach Steve Kerr mentioned that Curry was eager to rejoin the action, but the medical team advised against it. Postgame examinations included an MRI to assess the situation further. It’s worth noting that Curry had been grappling with some back discomfort earlier in the week, which had already kept him sidelined for the game against Milwaukee. Don’t be too surprised if he sits out a few more matches; the Warriors will likely be cautious, aiming to ensure he’s in top shape for the playoffs and prevent any nagging issues.
Timing for such setbacks is never ideal, especially since the Warriors had a strong run leading up to the game, boasting a 15-3 record. Curry had been a standout performer during that stretch, averaging an impressive 28.1 points per game.
Despite Curry’s premature exit, the Warriors clinched a nail-biting 117-114 victory, thanks largely to Jimmy Butler’s triple-double performance, contributing 16 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists. Draymond Green also chipped in with 21 points, while Curry managed 17 before his injury. Every win counts for the Warriors as they strive to maintain their No. 6 seed in the Western Conference to bypass the play-in tournament.
