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Kerr Says Stephen Curry Expected to Play vs. Hornets After Quad Contusion Scare

Golden State calls the issue manageable after he previously missed five games in December with a quad contusion.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 15: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by Miles McBride #2 of the New York Knicks during the second half at Chase Center on January 15, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
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Dec 18, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Gui Santos (15) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry (30) covers his face with his jersey while playing the Atlanta Hawks in the fourth quarter of their NBA game at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. The Atlanta Hawks defeat the Golden State Warriors 124-111. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group)

Overview

  • Curry said he played through a quad contusion in the 126-113 win over the Knicks and was seen limping postgame, per ESPN's Anthony Slater.
  • Steve Kerr said after Friday's practice that Curry is fine and slated to face Charlotte on Saturday, with the team continuing to monitor him.
  • Curry posted 27 points and seven assists in 34 minutes as the Warriors moved to 23-19, four games over .500 for the first time this season.
  • Forward Gui Santos sprained his left ankle against New York and has been ruled out for Saturday, with Kerr indicating the sprain is not severe.
  • Seth Curry remains out due to a back/sciatic issue, and the Warriors host the Hornets at Chase Center at 8:30 p.m. ET.