Overview

• Stephen Curry is sidelined with a Grade 1 hamstring strain suffered in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Timberwolves, with no basketball activities permitted during his recovery.
• Curry has been ruled out for Games 3 and 4 in San Francisco, with a medical re-evaluation scheduled in about a week to determine his readiness to return.
• While unable to play, Curry has taken on a leadership role from the bench, providing strategic guidance and emotional support to his teammates during games.
• Head coach Steve Kerr and players have praised Curry’s presence on the sidelines as a calming and motivating influence during a challenging stretch for the team.
• Medical experts suggest Grade 1 hamstring strains typically require about six games of recovery, but Curry has emphasized patience and intentional rehabilitation to avoid further setbacks.