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Warriors Face Game 2 Without Curry After Hamstring Injury

Stephen Curry is sidelined for at least a week, leaving Golden State reliant on Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green against the Timberwolves.

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Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) jogs down the court during the first half of Game 1 of an NBA basketball second-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Tuesday, May 6, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
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Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter of Game 1 of the second-round NBA playoff series at Target Center on May 6, 2025, in Minneapolis. The Warriors defeated the Timberwolves 99-88 to take a 1-0 series lead.

Overview

  • Stephen Curry has been ruled out for Game 2 and will be re-evaluated in one week after suffering a Grade 1 hamstring strain in Game 1.
  • Golden State won Game 1 in Minnesota 99–88 despite Curry's early exit, with strong contributions from Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green.
  • Jimmy Butler recorded 20 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists in Game 1 and is expected to take on a larger playmaking role in Curry's absence.
  • Draymond Green, cleared to play in Game 2, recently achieved a playoff milestone, joining LeBron James and Hakeem Olajuwon in the top 25 for steals, rebounds, and blocks.
  • The Timberwolves, favored to win Game 2 with a 79% probability per ESPN, aim to bounce back after poor shooting and a slow start in Game 1.