Curry Tweaks Ankle But Expected to Play in Crucial Clippers Game

Warriors star returns from injury but suffers minor setback ahead of play-in tournament showdown.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:05am

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a basketball game, with the players and court rendered in sharp, overlapping geometric shapes and planes.Curry's return from injury sets the stage for a crucial play-in tournament showdown between the Warriors and Clippers.Los Angeles Today

Steph Curry returned to action for the Golden State Warriors on Friday after missing their previous game, but he tweaked his right ankle during the loss to the Sacramento Kings. However, Curry is not listed on the team's injury report ahead of their crucial regular-season finale against the Los Angeles Clippers, indicating he is expected to play in the pivotal matchup that will impact the Warriors' path through the play-in tournament.

Why it matters

Curry's health is crucial for the Warriors as they look to secure a spot in the playoffs through the play-in tournament. The team has struggled with injuries all season, and Curry's return from a two-month layoff was seen as a potential boost. The ankle tweak is concerning, but his availability for the Clippers game is a positive sign.

The details

Curry registered 11 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals and 2 three-pointers in 27 minutes in Friday's loss to the Kings. However, he did tweak his right ankle during the game, raising some concerns. The Warriors have now submitted their injury report ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Clippers, and Curry is not listed, indicating he is expected to play. Meanwhile, teammate Draymond Green is listed as questionable due to left low back injury management.

  • Curry missed the Warriors' game against the Lakers on Thursday, April 11, 2026.
  • Curry returned to action on Friday, April 12, 2026 against the Kings.
  • The Warriors play their final regular-season game against the Clippers on Sunday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Steph Curry

A 38-year-old point guard for the Golden State Warriors who is a former two-time NBA MVP and three-time NBA champion.

Draymond Green

A veteran forward for the Golden State Warriors who is a key part of the team's core alongside Curry.

LeBron James

A 38-year-old superstar forward for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

The Warriors' game against the Clippers on Sunday, April 14, 2026 will have major implications for their seeding in the play-in tournament.

The takeaway

Curry's health remains a top priority for the Warriors as they look to make a playoff push, and his availability for the crucial Clippers game is a positive sign despite the minor ankle tweak. The team will need its star player at full strength to navigate the play-in tournament and potentially make a deep postseason run.