Steph Curry to miss 2026 NBA All-Star Game due to knee injury

Warriors star sidelined with patellofemoral pain syndrome, expected to return after All-Star break

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry has been ruled out of the 2026 NBA All-Star Game due to a right knee injury known as patellofemoral pain syndrome, or "runner's knee". Curry has missed the Warriors' last five games because of the injury, but the team is hopeful he will be able to return to action after the All-Star break.

Why it matters

Curry is one of the NBA's biggest stars and a 12-time All-Star, so his absence from the marquee midseason event is a significant loss for the league and fans. The Warriors are also hoping Curry can return to full health soon to help them make a playoff push in the second half of the season.

The details

Curry is dealing with patellofemoral pain syndrome, an overuse injury that causes pain and swelling around the kneecap. He has missed Golden State's last five games due to the issue and will not be able to participate in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game as a result.

  • Curry has missed the Warriors' last 5 games due to the knee injury.
  • The 2026 NBA All-Star Game is scheduled for February 16, 2026.

The players

Steph Curry

A 12-time NBA All-Star and one of the league's biggest superstars, currently playing for the Golden State Warriors.

Golden State Warriors

An NBA franchise based in San Francisco, California that Steph Curry has played for his entire career.

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What’s next

The Warriors are hoping Curry will be able to return to action after the All-Star break in mid-February.

The takeaway

Curry's absence from the 2026 NBA All-Star Game is a significant loss for the league, but the priority is ensuring the superstar guard fully recovers from his knee injury in time to help the Warriors make a playoff push in the second half of the season.