{"id":279326,"date":"2026-02-07T17:53:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T17:53:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/279326\/"},"modified":"2026-02-07T17:53:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T17:53:14","slug":"warriors-get-stephen-curry-injury-news-ahead-of-lakers-game","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/279326\/","title":{"rendered":"Warriors Get Stephen Curry Injury News Ahead of Lakers Game"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\t\t\"Stephen\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

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Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors warms up before their game against the Miami Heat at Chase Center on January 19, 2026 in San Francisco, California. <\/p>\n

The Golden State Warriors<\/a> arrived in Los Angeles on Saturday riding momentum from their stunning comeback victory over the Phoenix Suns<\/a> two nights earlier. They erased a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit to win 101-97 without Stephen Curry<\/a>, demonstrating the kind of resilience that keeps playoff hopes alive even when star players are sidelined.<\/p>\n

That resilience will be tested again against the Los Angeles Lakers<\/a> in Saturday night\u2019s marquee ABC matchup. The Warriors will once again be without their best player.<\/p>\n

Curry will miss his third consecutive game<\/a> and his 14th of the season with what has been diagnosed as patellofemoral pain syndrome, commonly known as runner\u2019s knee. The injury has kept him out since he left late in the third quarter of Golden State\u2019s loss to the Detroit Pistons<\/a> last Friday.<\/p>\n

No Steph tomorrow vs. Lakers. He\u2019s still rehabbing the knee.<\/p>\n

Curry Addresses Recovery Timeline\"Steph<\/p>\n

GettySteph Curry has led the Golden State Warriors to four NBA<\/a> championships.<\/p>\n

Curry spoke with ESPN\u2019s Anthony Slater about his recovery progress<\/a>. The update suggests the issue won\u2019t be resolved quickly. He indicated the knee is improving. However, he acknowledged that pain and inflammation remain concerns that will require careful management.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s trending in the right direction,\u201d Curry said<\/a>. \u201cIt\u2019s different than last year, but something that will heal.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Warriors continue to list Curry as day-to-day. But there\u2019s no indication he\u2019s close to returning. Curry explained that he\u2019s still learning what works in terms of rehabilitation because the knee remains painful. The goal is eliminating inflammation and pain. The concern is that returning too early could cause the issue to flare up again.<\/p>\n

The timeline matters for multiple reasons. Curry is now approaching the threshold that could affect his All-NBA eligibility. Players must appear in at least 65 games to be considered for All-NBA teams. The rule was implemented to discourage load management and ensure awards go to players who are consistently available.<\/p>\n

If Curry continues missing games and falls short of that threshold, it would be the first time since the injury-shortened 2019-20 season that he wouldn\u2019t be part of an All-NBA team. Over his career, Curry has been excluded from All-NBA honors only four times. That makes this season\u2019s availability concerns particularly significant.<\/p>\n

Lakers Also Without Their Star\"Luka<\/p>\n

GettyLuka Don\u010di\u0107 of the Los Angeles Lakers.<\/p>\n

The Warriors won\u2019t be the only team missing their best player Saturday night. Luka Don\u010di\u0107<\/a> will be sidelined for the Lakers with the hamstring injury he sustained during Thursday\u2019s 119-115 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Don\u010di\u0107 left that game in the first half after grabbing at his left leg following a stepback move in the paint. He didn\u2019t return after halftime. Lakers head coach JJ Redick<\/a> confirmed afterward that Don\u010di\u0107 experienced hamstring soreness that prevented him from playing in the second half.<\/p>\n

The absence of both superstars significantly alters the dynamics of what was expected to be a showcase matchup between two storied franchises. Don\u010di\u0107 is averaging 32.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.6 assists this season in 42 games<\/a>. He leads the NBA in scoring. His production has been essential for a Lakers team sitting fifth in the Western Conference at 31-19.<\/p>\n

Golden State enters the game at 28-24 in eighth place. They\u2019re four games behind Los Angeles in the standings. The gap makes Saturday\u2019s game crucial for the Warriors. They need to bank wins against quality opponents to improve their playoff seeding and avoid another play-in tournament appearance.<\/p>\n

Porzingis Still Not Ready for Warriors Debut\"Kristaps<\/p>\n

GettyKristaps Porzingis lands in Golden State at the trade deadline to pair with Warriors star Stephen Curry.<\/p>\n

There were early indications that Kristaps Porzingis<\/a> might make his Warriors debut against the Lakers, but that won\u2019t happen Saturday night. Porzingis has been ruled out with Achilles tendon injury management as the Warriors continue taking a cautious approach with their newest acquisition.<\/p>\n

Porzingis joined the team in Los Angeles on Friday after the Warriors acquired him from the Atlanta Hawks<\/a> in exchange for Jonathan Kuminga<\/a> and Buddy Hield<\/a> on trade deadline day. He hasn\u2019t played since January 7, missing 12 consecutive games with the Hawks due to left Achilles tendinitis before being ruled out of what would have been his return game due to illness.<\/p>\n

Warriors head coach Steve Kerr<\/a> expressed skepticism earlier in the week that Porzingis would receive medical clearance for Saturday\u2019s game. The organization is prioritizing long-term health over rushing him back for a single game, particularly given Porzingis\u2019 injury history. He\u2019s missed 100 games over the past two and a half seasons, making availability the biggest question mark surrounding the trade.<\/p>\n

Golden State also remains without Jimmy Butler<\/a>, who is out for the season with a torn ACL. Seth Curry<\/a> has missed 29 consecutive games with a sciatic injury. Brandin Podziemski<\/a> is listed as probable after battling an illness that limited him to just 12 minutes against Phoenix.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s Next for Warriors<\/p>\n

The Warriors face a challenging stretch without Curry. The timeline for his return remains unclear. Runner\u2019s knee can be a stubborn injury that requires careful management to prevent recurrence. Curry\u2019s comments suggest he understands the risk of coming back too soon. Aggravating the issue could set him back further.<\/p>\n

Golden State has two more games after Saturday before the All-Star break. That could provide Curry with an extended period to rest and rehabilitate without missing additional games. The timing might influence the Warriors\u2019 decision-making about when to clear him for return.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the absence of both Curry and Don\u010di\u0107 on Saturday removes much of the star power from what was expected to be a marquee national television game. The matchup becomes more about depth and role players stepping up. The Warriors demonstrated they\u2019re capable of that against Phoenix.<\/p>\n

Porzingis\u2019 eventual debut will provide a significant boost once he\u2019s cleared to play. But for now, Golden State must continue navigating life without its top players. They\u2019re trying to maintain playoff positioning in a competitive Western Conference. The Warriors proved Thursday night they can win under those circumstances. Saturday\u2019s game against a Lakers team also missing its best player presents another opportunity to do exactly that.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tKeith Watkins<\/a> Keith Watkins is a sports journalist covering the NBA for Heavy.com, with a focus on the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, and Los Angeles Lakers. He previously wrote for FanSided, NBA Analysis Network, and Last Word On Sports. Keith is based in Bangkok, Thailand. More about Keith Watkins<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n

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