Optimism for the Golden State Warriors’ 2026-27 season just took a major hit Sunday afternoon after news broke that Stephen Curry suffered a lower-body injury during an open practice. This comes after the team’s worst record since the 2019-20 season last year, limping to a 37-45 finish. With fewer than 50 wins in every season since their 2021-22 championship, the Warriors desperately need a strong start, and this injury news is a total gut punch.
The Scare on the Chase Center Court
Curry and the Warriors were back on the floor for an open practice at Chase Center, and the atmosphere was buzzing. Decked out in Valkyries decal, Curry was, by all accounts, doing what he does best: being absolutely spell-binding. He was attempting to shake loose from Gary Payton II and De’Anthony Melton when it happened. The 38-year-old superstar planted his right foot awkwardly, and you just knew something was wrong. He immediately grimaced, started limping down the floor towards the bench, and then vanished into the tunnel. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr wasn’t far behind him, following his star player to the locker room. The entire vibe of the practice must have just crashed.
Knee or Ankle? The Lingering Question
Initially, reports were flying around suggesting Curry had injured his right knee. And honestly, that would have been a terrible flashback, because his right knee has been “finicky” before, with a nasty bout of “runner’s knee” sidelining him for two months last year, between February and April. That’s a huge chunk of a season! But then, after the practice session wrapped up, Coach Kerr delivered an update. Turns out, it’s his right ankle that took the hit this time. Kerr also said he talked to Curry in the locker room and that “he’s fine.” “He’s fine” is a relief, for sure, but after seeing him limp off, you can bet everyone in the Golden State fanbase is still going to be super worried.
So, what does this mean for the Warriors? Their season kicks off with a road tilt against the Lakers on October 21. Every single minute of Curry’s recovery leading up to that game is going to be under a microscope. Golden State fans, buckle up, because monitoring his status is now priority number one for the next few days.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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