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Warriors, Lakers battle injuries for playoff spots
8 Feb
Summary
- Stephen Curry and Luka Doncic are out, impacting offensive strategies.
- Both teams face significant player absences affecting rotations.
- The game holds playoff implications for Western Conference positioning.

The Golden State Warriors are set to visit the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena. This game is crucial for both teams as they contend for playoff spots in the competitive Western Conference. Significant player absences are expected to heavily influence each team's rotations and overall strategies.
The Warriors are currently third in the Pacific Division with a 28-24 record. They will be without several key players, including Stephen Curry (knee soreness), Seth Curry (sciatic nerve issue), and L.J. Cryer (hamstring strain). Additionally, Jimmy Butler III (torn ACL) and Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles issue) are out for the season.
The Lakers, holding a 31-19 record and fourth in the West, are also facing injury challenges. Luka Doncic remains out due to a hamstring strain, and Adou Thiero continues to recover from a knee injury. Luke Kennard is questionable pending a trade.




