Curry Out Again: Warriors Face Nuggets Without Star

The Golden State Warriors have confirmed that Stephen Curry will not play against the Denver Nuggets on March 29, 2026, extending his absence to over two months. Curry is dealing with a right knee issue, including patellofemoral pain syndrome and bone bruising, which has kept him out of more than 25 games since January 30.

Despite engaging in on-court activities like 5-on-5 scrimmages, the team is cautiously managing his recovery, aiming to assess his knee's reaction before clearing him. This type of knee pain, exacerbated by impact and quick movements, has slowed his rehabilitation.

Curry's absence has forced the Warriors to adapt their game. Defensively, they are employing tighter rotations and simpler schemes. Offensively, players like Klay Thompson and De'Anthony Melton have increased their scoring load, while younger talents like Brandin Podziemski and Trayce Jackson-Davis are stepping into larger roles.

The Warriors face a challenging matchup against the Nuggets, who boast potent scorers like Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. Success will depend on the Warriors' interior play, rebounding, and minimizing turnovers to prevent easy scoring opportunities for Denver.

Curry's next step involves continuing full-speed practice, with another evaluation expected in early April. The team's primary goal is to have him ready for the playoffs, potentially seeing him return for limited minutes late in the regular season if his recovery progresses smoothly.