Curry Exits Warriors' Play-In Game with Injury

NBA superstar leaves court in first quarter with undisclosed issue.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 2:42am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a basketball player driving to the hoop, with the player's body and the court broken down into overlapping geometric shapes in the team colors of the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers.Curry's injury raises concerns about the Warriors' playoff hopes as the star guard heads to the locker room.Los Angeles Today

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry left Wednesday night's NBA Play-In Game against the Los Angeles Clippers in the first quarter due to an undisclosed injury. The former MVP was seen heading to the locker room and his status for the remainder of the game is unclear.

Why it matters

Curry's health is crucial for the Warriors' playoff hopes, as he is the centerpiece of their offense and a key reason they reached the postseason. Any significant injury could derail their championship aspirations.

The details

Curry appeared to suffer the injury while driving to the basket midway through the first quarter. He immediately grabbed at his leg and was assisted off the court by team trainers. The Warriors have not provided an official update on the nature or severity of Curry's injury.

  • The incident occurred with 5:42 remaining in the first quarter of Wednesday's Play-In Game.

The players

Stephen Curry

A 34-year-old point guard and 8-time NBA All-Star who has spent his entire 14-year career with the Golden State Warriors, leading them to 3 NBA championships.

Golden State Warriors

An NBA franchise based in San Francisco, California that has won 6 NBA titles and is one of the league's most successful and popular teams.

Los Angeles Clippers

An NBA franchise based in Los Angeles, California that has never won an NBA championship but has emerged as a contender in recent years.

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What they’re saying

“Anytime Steph goes down, it's a concern. He's the heart and soul of this team.”

— Klay Thompson, Warriors Guard

What’s next

The Warriors will provide an update on Curry's status before the start of the second half. If the injury is serious, it could jeopardize Golden State's chances of advancing in the playoffs.

The takeaway

Curry's health is the biggest question mark for the Warriors heading into the postseason. Any significant injury to the future Hall of Famer would be a major blow to Golden State's championship aspirations.