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Warriors Report Lingering but Manageable Concern Over Stephen Curry’s Knee

Insiders say the patellofemoral pain that cost Curry large chunks of 2025-26 will require active workload and treatment changes to protect his availability.

Overview

  • Warriors insider Monte Poole reported Tuesday that Curry’s right-knee issue remains a lingering concern and that team sources say it “can be managed” but must be actively managed.
  • Curry missed roughly 39 games in 2025-26 while diagnosed with patellofemoral pain syndrome, a condition that limited him to 43 appearances last season.
  • Team and player staff have reportedly developed non-surgical workarounds and treatment plans so Curry can play, and Curry has expressed confidence he could appear in about 70 or more games.
  • Golden State is giving Curry a menu of contract options and has delayed aggressive negotiation, a stance that leaves his extension timing—and the club’s roster choices—contingent on how his knee holds up.
  • The issue will be monitored through training camp and the early regular season as the Warriors consider minutes limits, targeted rest, and matchup decisions to preserve Curry’s availability.