Rugged Schedule and Steph Curry’s Illness Prompt Early Precautions for Warriors
Warriors head coach Steve Kerr announced that point guard Steph Curry will not play in Wednesday’s game in Sacramento due to illness. Curry, who has been battling a worsening cold over the past few days, appeared visibly unwell during his postgame press conference after the Warriors’ 118-107 victory over Phoenix at Chase Center on Tuesday.
Despite acknowledging that the illness was affecting his performance, Curry initially did not rule out playing in the next game, which is part of a back-to-back schedule. However, Kerr was firm in prioritizing rest over Curry's eagerness to return.
“I don’t care what the doctors say, we got to get him some rest. I’ll make the decision right now, he’s not going to play tomorrow.”
The Warriors enter this game with a 5-3 record and will also potentially miss star wing Jimmy Butler, who left the previous game at halftime after aggravating his lower back soreness sustained in the first half.
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With Curry and possibly Butler sidelined, the Warriors face a challenging stretch requiring adjustments to their lineup and strategy.
Author’s summary: The Warriors are taking precautionary measures by resting Steph Curry due to illness, creating challenges as they navigate a tough schedule with potential absences in key player roles.