BREAKING: The Golden State Warriors are poised for a major boost as Stephen Curry is expected to return this Friday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Warriors coach Steve Kerr confirmed, “It’s looking good,” signaling confidence in Curry’s recovery from a thigh contusion.
Curry, who missed the Warriors’ recent three-game road trip, has been focusing on rest and treatment back in San Francisco. His aim was to secure full clearance for practice on Wednesday evening, and he succeeded. After being cleared, Curry actively participated in all contact portions of practice and engaged in a six-minute scrimmage without any issues.
Kerr anticipates Curry will practice again on Thursday before receiving the final green light for his return. The Warriors, currently with a 13-12 overall record, went 2-3 during Curry’s five-game absence but are riding a wave of momentum after securing victories in their last two games against Cleveland and Chicago.
Defensively, the Warriors have shined, holding four of their last five opponents under 100 points and boasting the third-best defensive rating in the NBA.
In addition to Curry’s imminent return, there are updates regarding other players. Forward Draymond Green, who has missed the last two games due to a foot sprain, was not present at practice on Wednesday due to an excused personal absence. However, Kerr expects Green back on the court Thursday, potentially joining Curry in the lineup on Friday.
On the opposing side, veteran center Al Horford for the Timberwolves is not expected to play due to ongoing issues with sciatica.
As the Warriors prepare for this crucial matchup, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how Curry’s return will impact the team’s performance moving forward. Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops.
