Warriors' Stephen Curry to be re-evaluated in 10 days after 2nd MRI on knee

Golden State star to miss at least 5 more games before next evaluation

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry had a second MRI on his troublesome right knee that revealed no structural damage, although the two-time NBA MVP is expected to miss at least another five games before being re-evaluated in 10 days.

Why it matters

Curry is a key player for the Warriors, and any extended absence due to injury could significantly impact the team's performance and playoff hopes this season.

The details

Curry has been diagnosed with patella-femoral pain syndrome/bone bruising, otherwise referred to as runner's knee. Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Curry will be re-evaluated in 10 days, noting 'It's just lingering soreness' and that the team 'was hoping, obviously, that he'd be ready for tonight after getting the All-Star break but wasn't the case. He just needs more time.'

  • Curry last played on January 30.
  • Curry will be re-evaluated in 10 days.

The players

Stephen Curry

A two-time NBA MVP and star player for the Golden State Warriors.

Steve Kerr

The head coach of the Golden State Warriors.

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What they’re saying

“It's just lingering soreness. We were hoping, obviously, that he'd be ready for tonight after getting the All-Star break but wasn't the case. He just needs more time.”

— Steve Kerr, Warriors Head Coach

What’s next

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