In the very competitive game at Chase Center, the Golden State Warriors’ star, considered the best three-point shooter in history, left the game early due to an ankle injury.

In a hard-fought contest at Chase Center, Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry left the game early due to an ankle injury, marking another setback for the team asย they fell to the Los Angeles Clippers 112-104.

Curry initially tweaked his ankle while tipping a rebound, later aggravating it on another play in the third quarter. After signaling discomfort,ย Curry left the court and headed to the locker room, where he was ruled out for the remainder of the game.

Steve Kerr on Curryโ€™s injury

Warriors head coach Steve Kerr shared post-game updates, describing the injury as โ€œmild to moderateโ€ but noting thatย Curry will undergo an MRI to confirm the extent of the damage.

Kerr expressed cautious optimism given Curryโ€™s history with similar injuries, stating, โ€œHeโ€™s sprained that ankle many times before, so he doesnโ€™t think itโ€™s too bad, but obviously itโ€™s a concern.โ€

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors limps to the locker room between plays in the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Chase Center on October 27, 2024 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.ย KAVIN MISTRYAFP

Without Curry, the Warriors struggled to keep pace, especially againstย Ivica Zubac, who led the Clippers with 23 points and 17 rebounds. Paired with James Hardenโ€™s playmaking, Zubac consistently challenged the Warriors inside, capitalizing on second-chance points and defensive mismatches. Kerr acknowledged Zubacโ€™s impact, saying, โ€œHeโ€™s gotten better and betterโ€ฆ every time they needed a bucket, they seemed to get one from him.โ€

Despite rallying late with Andrew Wiggins taking charge, the Warriors fell short. โ€œI loved our fightโ€šโ€ Kerr noted, adding that forward Jonathan Kuminga and others sparked some momentum but couldnโ€™t sustain it against a well-prepared Clippers squad. As the Warriors steer Curryโ€™s potential absence,ย Kerr pointed to Wiggins and the teamโ€™s depth as key to adapting if Curry misses extended time.

The Warriorsโ€™ road to recovery will rely heavily on their ability to minimize turnovers and improve interior defenseโ€”a point Kerr emphasized, noting, โ€œMost games come down to a handful of possessions, and if you give 10 possessions away, itโ€™s going to be hard to win.โ€


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