Minneapolis, MN – Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry suffered a left hamstring strain in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday and will miss at least the next week, casting a shadow over the team’s playoff aspirations despite their opening victory.
- The Injury: Steph Curry suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain in the first half of Game 1 against the Timberwolves and is expected to miss at least one week of play.1
- The Game Result: Despite Curry’s early departure due to injury, the Golden State Warriors were able to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.2
- The Reaction: Curry is reportedly upset about the injury, but his teammates have voiced their determination to continue competing effectively while he is sidelined.
Curry Injures Hamstring in Game 1 Victory
Golden State Warriors star guard Steph Curry suffered a Grade 1 left hamstring strain during the second quarter of their Western Conference Semifinals Game 1 matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. Curry appeared to injure himself while making a sharp cut on defense while guarding Timberwolves guard Mike Conley. He exited the game with 8:19 remaining in the second quarter and did not return. An MRI conducted on Wednesday confirmed the severity of the strain. Despite Curry’s absence for the majority of the game, the Warriors managed to secure a 99-88 victory in Minneapolis, taking a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series. Before his injury, Curry had scored 13 points on 5-of-9 shooting, including three 3-pointers, in 12 minutes of play.
Curry to Miss at Least Game 2
Following the MRI results, the Warriors announced that Curry will be sidelined for at least one week. This definitively rules him out for Game 2 of the series against the Timberwolves, scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the Target Center in Minneapolis. Based on the timeline provided by the team, Curry is also expected to miss Games 3 and 4, which will be played at the Chase Center in San Francisco on Saturday, May 10, and Monday, May 12, respectively. His earliest possible return to the court would be for Game 5 in Minnesota on Wednesday, May 14, provided his rehabilitation progresses as expected.
Reactions from Curry and Others
According to reports, Curry was visibly disappointed and “crushed” upon learning the extent of his injury. This marks the first strained muscle of his illustrious NBA career, adding an element of uncertainty to his recovery timeline as the team monitors his response to treatment. Warriors coach Steve Kerr acknowledged Curry’s frustration, stating that he was “obviously crushed” by the setback. Teammate Draymond Green noted that Curry was “deflated” by the injury but quoted Curry as saying, “I’ll be back.” Green also expressed confidence in the team’s ability to cope without Curry in the short term, highlighting Jimmy Butler’s leadership and Buddy Hield’s performance in Game 1. The team is now focused on adjusting their strategy and relying on their depth to maintain their competitive edge in Curry’s absence.
