Warriors head coach Steve Kerr just told fans to be seriously “mindful” of the schedule when they’re buying tickets to see Stephen Curry this season. This ain’t about keeping fans guessing, either. Kerr is laying it all out: Curry is probably not playing all 82 games, and fans need to know that straight up, especially early in the year with those brutal quick turnarounds and back-to-back matchups.
“Be Mindful” of the Schedule, Especially Early
Look, Kerr didn’t mince words when he spoke to reporters Thursday. He said the team is gonna “start trying to map out, week by week, what’s what.” But the kicker? He admitted they run into this situation “every year” where fans snag tickets expecting to see Steph, or other key vets, only for them to sit out back-to-backs. Can you imagine the frustration? You shell out good money, hype yourself up, and then your guy’s on the bench. Kerr’s message is a direct response to that. He straight-up told fans to “take a look” at the schedule because it’s “the only way we can do this” for not just Steph but “multiple vets” they plan to manage.
This isn’t just about managing minutes, it’s about staying competitive for the long haul. Curry played 74 games in 2023-24 and 70 games in 2024-25, but last season? He was limited to only 43 games because of a persistent knee issue. The guy’s 38 years old now! It’s just tough to picture him out there for both games of a back-to-back at that age, especially when the goal is to keep him fresh for the postseason push.
The Road Ahead: Back-to-Backs Hit Hard and Fast
This isn’t some far-off problem, either. The Warriors kick off their regular season against the Los Angeles Lakers next Wednesday. Then, they immediately hit the kind of brutal stretch Kerr was talking about. Their home opener is next Friday against the Memphis Grizzlies, and guess what? They turn right around and play the Phoenix Suns the very next day. That’s a back-to-back right out of the gate, exactly what Kerr is worried about.
No doubt Steph wants to be out there for every single game, putting on a show for the fans. But the reality is hitting hard and fast this season. Preserving him so he’s locked and loaded for the playoffs? That’s the real game plan, and it means fans need to keep a close eye on that schedule if they want to catch the GOAT on the court.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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