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Timberwolves Enter Game 3 at Full Strength as Warriors Adapt Without Curry

With the series tied 1-1, Minnesota's stars are healthy while Golden State leans on Kuminga and Jackson-Davis in Curry's absence.

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga drives to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards during the first half of Game 2 of their second-round playoff series Thursday, May 8, 2025, in Minneapolis.
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With Stephen Curry sidelined with a hamstring injury, the Warriors are underdogs at home in Game 3 against Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves.
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Overview

  • Stephen Curry remains sidelined with a Grade 1 hamstring strain, confirmed to miss Game 3 and likely out until Game 5 at the earliest.
  • Minnesota Timberwolves stars Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle, and Rudy Gobert are fully available for Game 3, with Edwards recovering from an ankle scare in Game 2.
  • Jonathan Kuminga and Trayce Jackson-Davis have emerged as key contributors for the Warriors, combining for 33 points in Game 2 as the team adjusts without Curry.
  • Warriors coach Steve Kerr has emphasized the need for a 'new formula,' experimenting with rotations to counter Minnesota's depth and athleticism.
  • Game 3 at the Chase Center presents a pivotal moment for both teams as the Timberwolves aim to capitalize on their health advantage and Golden State seeks to defend home court.