Warriors Star Steph Curry Ruled Out vs. Nuggets

Curry has missed 24 consecutive games due to lingering knee injury

Mar. 29, 2026 at 4:42pm

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The Golden State Warriors will be without star guard Steph Curry when they take on the Denver Nuggets on Sunday night. Curry has been officially ruled out of the game due to patellofemoral pain syndrome, also known as 'runner's knee.' The injury has kept Curry sidelined for two full months, and he has missed the Warriors' last 24 games.

Why it matters

Curry's absence is a significant blow to the Warriors, who are fighting for playoff positioning in the Western Conference. The four-time NBA champion and two-time MVP is a crucial part of Golden State's offense, and the team has struggled at times without him on the floor.

The details

Curry last played on January 30 against the Detroit Pistons. On the season, he has appeared in just 39 games, averaging 27.2 points, 4.8 assists, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game. With only eight regular season games remaining, it's unclear if Curry will be able to return in time to help the Warriors secure a playoff spot.

  • Curry last played on January 30 against the Detroit Pistons.
  • The game against the Nuggets on March 29, 2026 will be the 24th consecutive game Curry has missed.

The players

Steph Curry

A four-time NBA champion and two-time MVP, Curry is the Warriors' star point guard and one of the best players in the league.

Steve Kerr

The head coach of the Golden State Warriors, who has said the team will not rush Curry back only for the Play-In Tournament.

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What they’re saying

“We're not bringing him back [only] for the play-in game. He'd need to play some games. We need to give him a runway if this is going to work. And we are running out of games. That's fair to say.”

— Steve Kerr, Head Coach, Golden State Warriors

What’s next

The Warriors have eight regular season games remaining after the matchup with the Nuggets. If Curry is unable to return in the near future, he may not be cleared to play in the Play-In Tournament, which would be a significant setback for the team's playoff hopes.

The takeaway

Steph Curry's extended absence due to a lingering knee injury is a major concern for the Warriors as they push for a playoff spot. The team is being cautious with their star player's recovery, but time is running out in the regular season for Curry to get back on the court and help Golden State secure a postseason berth.