Stephen Curry Set to Return to Action Against Timberwolves

Now, the 37-year-old two-time MVP is aiming to return to action at full speed. Coach Steve Kerr confirmed Thursday that Curry is expected to play in Friday’s game against Minnesota, ending a five-game absence caused by a left quadriceps contusion and muscle strain. The Warriors went 3-2 without him, and Curry will potentially share the court with his younger brother, Seth Curry, for the first time. 

“Feeling great. I had a good rehab week, and the guys took care of business on the trip, so that was great to see the energy coming back,” Stephen Curry said after practice Thursday. “I’m happy to practice the last couple of days to see how I feel. After these last two sessions, I’m pretty optimistic.”
 

Curry missed the recent road trip to focus on rehab, returning to team practice Wednesday at Chase Centre. He spent 4 to 6 hours daily with the medical and training staff, working to regain full strength. 

“A lot of long days. You always talk about rehab, it’s monotonous, especially when the team is away,” he said. “You’ve got to have some really good playlists.” 

The injury occurred during Golden State’s 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets on Nov. 26. Curry dealt with significant discomfort in the lower part of his quad while trying to move the leg properly and had to rebuild strength not only in the injured muscle but also in surrounding areas. 

“That’s what the work has been the last week, and as I got a full range of motion back, then I could get back out on the floor pretty quickly and get back to moving normally,” he said. 

During that game, Curry and Houston’s Amen Thompson collided under the basket with 3:24 remaining, and the score was tied at 91. Thompson’s initial drive was called an offensive foul, but Houston’s challenge overturned it to a block by Curry, who grimaced in pain and limped to the locker room with 35 seconds remaining.