On May 6, Stephen Curry made NBA fans recall the 2016 postseason nightmare when he had broken his foot in the opening game itself. The Golden State Warriors were going head-to-head against Ant’s Timberwolves. The game was fine, and everything was going well for Steph until he felt a hamstring strain in the second quarter. He called out to the medical staff and walked off the court. After he walked out of the game, everyone was shocked and expected a comeback. 

Reporters reported an injury, and he may miss a game. After reporters asked Shaquille O’Neal, he said something interesting. Shaq said, “Older. Maybe he’s starting to break down. He moves a lot for a 36- or 37-year-old. This could be crucial. Now, if I’m going to stay, I definitely want to get this game for him. Rest him game two, give him a couple more days rest, possibly bring game three.” Let’s see if the franchise takes the same decision.

But before we head on to the next game, let’s see Stephen Curry’s injury history. If we take a look at Steph’s 2025 season, the shooting star has suffered eight injuries. That includes a thumb injury in the January 1 game, four knee injuries, and two pelvic injuries. Now this will add one more, that is, a hamstring strain. As Nate Duncan revealed, the 37-year-old point guard may miss the 2nd game of the postseason.  

As Shaquille O’Neal suggested during the postgame analysis, the Warriors might consider resting Stephen Curry for their next matchup, preserving his energy and reducing the risk of injury. The idea is to strategically manage his minutes and deploy their most valuable asset when it matters the most, especially in high-stakes games or potential playoff scenarios. With Curry being such a critical part of their offense, ensuring he’s fresh and fully charged for the long haul could be a smart move by the coaching staff.

Meanwhile, an NBA insider gave Stephen Curry fans disappointing news—reports indicate that the two-time MVP will sit out Game 2 to rest. While the decision may frustrate fans eager to see the sharpshooting legend in action, it reflects the team’s long-term strategy to preserve Curry’s health and effectiveness throughout the season. With the playoffs in sight and Curry carrying a significant load on both ends of the court, the Warriors appear to be prioritizing recovery over short-term excitement.

The Warriors revealed an update on Steph Curry

Nate Duncan, an NBA insider, revealed, “Have to imagine there will be at least one missed game for Curry and probably more. The rule of thumb for me is at least a week, and probably 2 if a guy has to leave with a muscle injury. Looks to be a lower grade since he could still move pretty well.” This sparked rumors that Steph will not be playing the Thursday game. 

But after a while, the head coach of the Warriors, Steve Kerr, revealed sad news for the Golden State fans. The head coach said, “He’s obviously crushed. We’re definitely game planning for him not to be available on Thursday. We don’t know yet (for sure).” He also added that the Warriors’ No. 30 will get an MRI scan on Wednesday. 

But about the game, the Warriors managed to maintain their momentum and secured a solid victory, defeating Anthony Edwards‘ Timberwolves with a final score of 99-88. Despite a few rough patches during the game, Golden State held its ground with strong defense and clutch shooting in the fourth quarter. This win highlights their improving form as they head deeper into the season. The Golden State Warriors play their next game Thursday, and fans will watch closely to see if they extend their winning streak and continue building on this positive performance.