Stephen Curry Injury Update After Warriors Lose to Lakers

The Golden State Warriors’ wait for Stephen Curry will continue and Saturday night underscored just how much they miss him.

Curry confirmed he remains sidelined by the “runner’s knee” that has now kept him out of 10 straight games, including Golden State’s 129–101 home loss to the Los Angeles Lakers at Chase Center.

Speaking to ESPN on ABC during the fourth quarter, Curry said his return will take more time as the Warriors continue to prioritize caution with the two-time NBA MVP’s health.

“It’s going to be a little longer,” Curry told ESPN’s Malika Andrews. “But like I said, right now with this one, it’s just about each day. Can you stack good days, and I’ve done that. So hopefully they can unleash me on the court soon and get back out there sooner than later.”

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Warriors Struggle Again Without Stephen Curry

Saturday’s blowout loss was another reminder of Golden State’s offensive limitations without its franchise cornerstone. The Warriors have now gone 4–6 during Curry’s current absence with patellofemoral pain syndrome, commonly known as runner’s knee, and 8–12 overall without him this season.

Golden State was again unable to keep pace offensively, falling behind early and never recovering as the Lakers pulled away in the second half. The Warriors were also without newly acquired center Kristaps Porziņģis, who missed the game due to illness, further thinning an already short-handed rotation.

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Curry’s Re-Evaluation Looms, But Timeline Remains Unclear

The Warriors announced on Feb. 19 that Curry would miss at least another 10 days after already sitting out five games. That 10-day window expires Sunday, setting up a formal re-evaluation — though Curry’s comments suggest a return is not imminent.

“I’m feeling better,” Curry said. “This is a weird one. It’s kind of unpredictable how it’ll heal, but every day since All-Star Week has been progress. That’s all I can ask for, and hopefully I’m back out soon.”

An MRI previously showed no structural damage to Curry’s knee, but both the player and the organization have taken a conservative approach, wary of aggravating an injury that can linger if rushed.

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Why Curry Is Being Extra Careful

Curry explained that he has not yet returned to on-court basketball activities, instead focusing on conditioning and strengthening surrounding areas to prepare for what he described as a sprint once he returns.

“I haven’t gotten on the court yet, but just trying to stay in shape, strengthen everything else around my body,” Curry said. “Knowing that at this stage, once you get back, it’s kind of a full sprint to the playoffs.

“Once I get back on the court, it is a little bit of a pain tolerance thing, but it’s just something that you don’t want to have lingering because it can get worse.”

The injury initially sidelined Curry on Jan. 26. After attempting a brief return, swelling and discomfort forced him back to the sideline, prompting Golden State to shut him down again.

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What’s Next for the Warriors

With Curry’s re-evaluation scheduled for Sunday, the Warriors could soon gain more clarity — though patience remains the prevailing theme. Golden State is still firmly in the Western Conference playoff mix, but each game without Curry raises the stakes and reinforces why the team is unwilling to gamble with his health.

For now, Curry’s focus is simple.

“Hopefully,” he said, “I’m back out there sooner than later.”

Alder Almo is a sports journalist covering the NBA for Heavy.com. He has more than 20 years of experience in local and international media, including broadcast, print and digital. He previously covered the Knicks for Empire Sports Media and the NBA for Off the Glass. Alder is from the Philippines and is now based in Jersey City, New Jersey. More about Alder Almo