The Golden State Warriors have announced that Stephen Curry will not play in their upcoming game against the New Orleans Pelicans because of a quadriceps injury. The team confirmed that the decision was made to allow Curry additional time to recover fully and prevent further aggravation of the issue.
Curry experienced discomfort in his right quad following the previous game and did not participate in the team’s latest practice. Head coach Steve Kerr emphasized that Curry’s absence is precautionary and that the team intends to re-evaluate his condition before the next matchup.
Without Curry, the Warriors are expected to rely more heavily on Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins, and Chris Paul to manage the offensive load. The coaching staff also highlighted opportunities for younger players to get additional minutes and experience on the floor.
"We’re just being careful," said Kerr. "It’s early in the season, and we don’t want to take any chances."
Curry’s performance before the injury had been strong, with averages near 30 points per game and solid shooting from the field and beyond the arc.
The Warriors will monitor Curry day-to-day, with hopes that he will return soon as the team looks to maintain momentum in a challenging Western Conference schedule.
Team doctors will review his progress and determine readiness before the next back-to-back series.
Author summary: Stephen Curry will miss the Warriors’ game against the Pelicans due to a quad injury, with his condition evaluated day-to-day to ensure full recovery.