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Warriors Battling Injuries Ahead of Crucial Stretch
30 Mar
Summary
- Multiple key Warriors players are questionable for Sunday's game.
- Stephen Curry will miss his 25th consecutive game due to knee injury.
- The team faces a difficult closing schedule with many strong opponents.
The Golden State Warriors are grappling with significant injury concerns as they approach a critical phase of their season. Several key players, including Seth Curry, Quinten Post, and Will Richard, are listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Denver Nuggets. Notably, Stephen Curry will be sidelined for his 25th consecutive game due to a knee injury, with re-evaluation set for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.
The team is set to commence a demanding eight-game closing schedule that includes six opponents with winning records. This difficult path makes their aspiration to secure the eighth seed in the Western Conference standings a formidable challenge. The Warriors currently trail the Clippers by two games and have a better chance of catching the ninth-place Portland Trail Blazers, who also face a relatively easier schedule despite a recent loss.
As it stands, the Warriors are projected to participate in the play-in tournament for the fourth time in its six-year history. Their current record in this tournament is 1-3, the worst among teams with multiple appearances. To improve their chances of success and reverse their fortunes, the return of Stephen Curry is deemed essential.
