Golden State Warriors star, Stephen Curry, is set to travel with the team to Miami, but his availability for Tuesday night’s clash against the Miami Heat remains uncertain.
According to reports, the Warriors are closely monitoring Curry’s condition, as his status will depend on how his pelvic bruise responds to treatment over the next two days.
Warriors Await Key Injury Update
Curry sustained the injury during last Thursday’s 109-98 victory over the Toronto Raptors, where he suffered a hard fall in the second half.
Although the four-time NBA champion wanted to return to the game, the team’s medical staff made the decision to sideline him as a precautionary measure.
His absence was felt on Saturday, as the Warriors fell 124-115 to the Atlanta Hawks, leaving their playoff hopes in a precarious position.
Head coach Steve Kerr remains optimistic that Curry will be available at some point during the team’s current six-game road trip. However, the final decision hinges on how the star guard’s injury progresses in the coming days.
The Warriors medical team is expected to reassess Curry’s condition on Monday before determining whether he will suit up against the Heat.
Warriors’ Playoff Push in Jeopardy?
With just 11 games remaining in the regular season, the Warriors find themselves in a heated battle to avoid the play-in tournament.
Draymond Green did not mince words following the loss to Atlanta, labeling it a “terrible” defeat given the urgency of securing a solid playoff position.
If Curry remains sidelined for an extended period, the Warriors will need to step up and find ways to compensate for his absence, starting with a crucial showdown against the Heat before continuing their road trip.
After facing Miami, the Warriors will take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday, followed by matchups against the San Antonio Spurs, Memphis Grizzlies (April 1), and Los Angeles Lakers (April 3).
Nikola Jokic’s Return Timeline: Nuggets Hopeful for MVP’s Comeback
Meanwhile, three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic is also dealing with injury concerns, as the Denver Nuggets’ superstar center has missed four consecutive games due to a left ankle impingement.
Nuggets head coach Michael Malone recently expressed confidence that Jokic will return during the team’s upcoming five-game homestand, but the team is taking a cautious approach.
Nuggets Playing It Safe With Their MVP
Before Sunday’s 116-111 victory over the Houston Rockets, Malone confirmed that Jokic would not play in Monday’s game against the Chicago Bulls.
The Nuggets are prioritizing their star player’s long-term health, especially with the playoffs approaching.
Jokic had been logging heavy minutes in March—averaging 39.8 per game across eight contests—before the team opted to rest him to prevent aggravating the injury.
MVP Race Still Alive?
Despite his recent absence, Jokic remains one of the frontrunners in the MVP race, boasting career-best averages of 29.1 points and 10.3 assists per game while maintaining his signature triple-double form.
He faces stiff competition from Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who has been making a strong case for the league’s most prestigious individual award.
With the Nuggets posting a 2-2 record in Jokic’s absence, his return could be critical as Denver looks to lock in a top seed in the highly competitive Western Conference.
What’s Next?
The Warriors will provide an official update on Curry’s status on Monday before they take on the Miami Heat.
Jokic is expected to return at some point during Denver’s homestand, but he has been ruled out for Monday’s game against the Bulls.
Both the Warriors and Nuggets are facing critical matchups as they push for optimal playoff positioning in the final stretch of the regular season.
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