Stephen Curry has been out of action since January 30 due to a persistent right knee injury, which has prompted speculation about whether the celebrated 37-year-old guard should be sidelined for the remainder of the season. However, his teammate, Draymond Green, expressed confidence on his podcast that shutting Curry down is unlikely. Green emphasized that from his experience, Curry has a strong commitment to playing and would not voluntarily call it quits.
Green reminisced about the 2019-20 season, when the team struggled but Curry remained determined to return to the court. “He was preparing to come back in the season where we had won 15 games,” Green noted, suggesting that Curry’s character is not one to simply shut things down without a fight.
The Golden State Warriors have felt the impact of Curry’s absence deeply, recording a 31-30 record and barely clinging to the eighth spot in the Western Conference. Unfortunately for Warriors fans, a return for Curry is not imminent, as the franchise announced that he won’t be reevaluated for at least another 10 days, and further delays may occur.
Green reassured listeners that team owner Joe Lacob would never support a strategy of tanking, despite the challenges facing the team without both Curry and Jimmy Butler, who is out for the season due to a torn ACL. He underscored the importance of maintaining focus and discipline during this tough stretch. “All you can do is continue to fight, make sure you’re maintaining and building good habits,” Green advised. “Try to give yourself a chance to win these games.”
With the Warriors facing adversity, this situation also highlights the need for teamwork and resilience. The return of Curry could inject new life into the team, offering hope as they navigate through a difficult season.