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Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors on the bench.
The Golden State Warriors received a concerning update on Stephen Curry, with head coach Steve Kerr confirming the star guard has yet to return to full scrimmage activity as he continues recovering from a knee injury.
According to Danny Emerman of the San Francisco Standard, Curry still has not participated in live scrimmage work — a key milestone the team had hoped he would reach in recent days.
“Steph Curry (knee) still hasn’t scrimmaged, Steve Kerr said,” Emerman reported on X. “Team had hoped to get him live work over the past few days. Update to come later this week.”
Missed Scrimmage Marks Delay in Recovery Timeline
The latest update represents a shift from earlier expectations, when the Warriors were targeting a return to live scrimmage action as the next step in Curry’s progression.
That milestone has yet to be reached, signaling that the team is continuing to take a cautious approach as it evaluates his readiness for game action.
Scrimmage participation is often considered a critical checkpoint in a player’s recovery, allowing the medical staff to assess how the body responds under game-like conditions.
Without that step, Curry’s return timeline remains uncertain.
Warriors Maintaining Caution With Franchise Star
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GettyStephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors watches play during the third quarter of the game against the Dallas Mavericks.
Golden State has consistently emphasized patience throughout Curry’s recovery process, prioritizing long-term health over a rushed return.
Kerr has previously indicated that the team’s medical staff, led by Rick Celebrini, holds the final authority on Curry’s status, with every decision based on how he responds to increased activity.
The latest update reinforces that philosophy, as the Warriors appear unwilling to accelerate Curry’s timeline without full confidence in his condition.
Impact on Warriors’ Playoff Push
Curry’s absence continues to loom large as the Warriors navigate the final stretch of the regular season.
Golden State has struggled at times without its franchise cornerstone, with the offense lacking its usual spacing, tempo and late-game shot creation.
With limited games remaining, each contest carries increased importance as the Warriors jockey for positioning in the Western Conference play-in race.
Curry’s eventual return is expected to be a major factor in determining the team’s postseason outlook.
Supporting Cast Adjusting Without Curry
In Curry’s absence, Golden State has relied more heavily on its supporting cast to stabilize the rotation.
Players across the roster have taken on expanded roles, but replicating Curry’s impact — particularly his gravity as a shooter and offensive engine — remains a significant challenge.
The team has managed stretches of competitiveness, but consistency has been difficult to maintain without its primary playmaker.
The timeline for Curry’s return could ultimately hinge on how quickly he is able to clear that scrimmage hurdle, which remains the final major step before game clearance.
What Comes Next
For now, the Warriors are expected to continue monitoring Curry’s progress closely.
An additional update is anticipated later this week, which could provide greater clarity on whether he is nearing a return to scrimmage activity — and, ultimately, game action.
Until then, Golden State remains in a holding pattern, balancing urgency with caution as it awaits the return of its two-time MVP.