Golden State Warriors fans were left holding their breath Tuesday night when Stephen Curry exited Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves with a left hamstring strain. The injury occurred midway through the second quarter after Curry, who had already tallied 13 points in just 13 minutes, was seen grabbing at his leg and immediately signaled to the bench before heading straight to the locker room
The Warriors, who led 30-20 at the time of Curry’s departure, quickly ruled out their franchise leader for the remainder of the game. This development casts a major shadow over Golden State’s playoff hopes, especially with the series schedule offering little rest between games
Curry, 3, has been the Warriors’ engine throughout the postseason, averaging 2. points, 6 assists, and 4. rebounds per game while shooting nearly 40% from three-point range His absence now puts additional pressure on the likes of Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and other key role players to step up against a Timberwolves squad anchored by Naz Reid and Anthony Edwards
The timeline for Curry’s return remains uncertain, with the Warriors yet to provide an official update on the severity of his hamstring strain. As the series continues, all eyes will be on Golden State’s medical team and Curry’s recovery status. Stay tuned for the latest updates on what could be a pivotal moment in the Warriors’ playoff run
