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Warriors face fresh Stephen Curry injury concern they can ill afford

The Golden State Warriors face a fresh Stephen Curry injury concern they can ill afford just days out from the starting of the regular season.

By Peter O'Keefe · Blue Man Hoop

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 11:30 PM

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Stephen Curry limped off during practice after favoring his right knee ahead of the season opener.
Curry previously missed 27 consecutive games last season due to a runner's knee diagnosis.
Golden State is already missing injured players Jimmy Butler, Moses Moody, and Kristaps Porzingis.

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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry limped off the court during Sunday's open practice at Chase Center, favoring his right knee. The two-time MVP previously missed 27 straight games with runner's knee last season, raising serious concerns ahead of Wednesday's season opener against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Golden State is already without Jimmy Butler, Moses Moody, and Kristaps Porzingis due to injury and illness. The writer argues that Curry's absence would leave over $150 million in payroll sidelined and severely jeopardize the Warriors' competitive prospects to start the season.

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