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Warriors Sit Curry, Butler, Green for National TV Game vs. Thunder

Golden State cited injury management on the front end of a back-to-back, with availability targeting Saturday against Utah.

Dec 31, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots a three point basket against the Charlotte Hornets during the second half at Spectrum Center. Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Stephen Curry was ruled out with a sprained left ankle suffered late in Wednesday’s win over the Hornets, Jimmy Butler missed with an illness, and Draymond Green sat for rest.
  • The matchup was carried on Prime Video, drawing attention to the NBA’s player participation policy and the possibility of review or fines if the absences are judged illegitimate.
  • With three veterans sidelined, Golden State leaned on younger and reserve options such as Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody, with Al Horford and Trayce Jackson-Davis listed as probable earlier.
  • Team and media reports indicated hope that Curry, Butler and Green would be available for the home game against the Jazz on Saturday.
  • The Warriors entered at 18–16 after winning five of six, facing an Oklahoma City team leading the league at 29–5 and featuring reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.