Late in Loss to Bulls, Stephen Curry Suffers Right Ankle Injury

Golden State Warriors’ star player, Stephen Curry, faced another setback on Thursday night as he re-injured his troublesome right ankle during the game against the Chicago Bulls. The severity of the injury was not immediately clear.

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry limps off the court during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls, Thursday, March 7, 2024, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Coach Steve Kerr revealed that Curry had his ankle in a bucket of ice after the game, but further details were pending consultation with the medical staff. Curry, a two-time MVP, has battled with ankle issues throughout his 15-year NBA career.

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry limps off the court during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls, Thursday, March 7, 2024, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)Stephen Curry suffers ankle injury | Yardbarker

Teammate Klay Thompson expressed support for Curry, acknowledging the team’s past experiences playing without him and emphasizing the need for collective effort during his potential absence.

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Curry suffered the injury while driving to the basket, prompting him to exit the game with 3:51 remaining. Despite scoring 15 points during the match, he struggled with his shooting, making just 5 of 18 attempts from the field.

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The Warriors will await updates on Curry’s condition as they prepare for their upcoming game against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. Curry, who leads the team in scoring, averaging 27.2 points per game, plays a crucial role in their lineup. His absence, if prolonged, will require the team to adapt and rely on their collective strengths to maintain their performance on the court.