Golden State Warriors All-Star point guard Stephen Curry continued his recovery from a lingering right knee issue Saturday with another notable omission from full-speed team work, according to multiple league sources.
The two-time MVP, who has already missed more than 20 consecutive games, was not involved in his team’s 5-on-5 practice session, stirring fresh speculation about when he might return to the court.
Curry has been sidelined since Jan. 30 with what the Warriors have described as patella-femoral pain syndrome and bone bruising in his right knee, an ailment that has kept the franchise icon off the floor through a crucial stretch of the season.
Despite the prolonged absence, the organization insists there are signs of forward movement in his rehabilitation. Sources familiar with Golden State‘s internal evaluations told reporters that Curry remains on track with his treatment plan and continues to progress through controlled on-court work.
But the decision to hold him out of competitive drills this week suggests the team remains cautious about taking any steps that might jeopardize a full recovery.
Curry‘s involvement in otherwise rigorous individual sessions has signaled incremental progress, yet the skip of 5-on-5 work adds a layer of uncertainty about his immediate readiness for live NBA action.
Head coach Steve Kerr has publicly emphasized a patient approach to managing Curry‘s return, focusing more on long-term wellness than a rushed comeback. In previous updates, Kerr noted that Curry‘s knee has responded well to training that increases intensity gradually, while still acknowledging the unpredictability inherent in returning from joint-related injuries.
Players around the league have noted that Curry‘s absence invariably changes the complexion of Golden State‘s offense. Known widely for his shooting gravity and offensive orchestration, a hallmark of the Warriors‘ dynasty era, Curry has reshaped how defenses operate since being drafted in 2009.
With Curry off the court, the Warriors have tried to adapt by leaning on emerging talent and shifting offensive roles.
Guard Brandin Podziemski has seen his usage rate climb in recent weeks, with Kerr praising the youngster’s confidence even amid a team slide that has seen Golden State slip below expectations in the Western Conference.
The Warriors adjust while waiting on Curry
The stretch without Curry has been challenging not just for rotations but also for Golden State‘s broader aspirations this season. After an injury-plagued campaign that saw the team acquire veteran forward Kristaps Porzingis in a January trade to bolster scoring punch, expectations were high that a healthy Curry could anchor a playoff run.
Instead, the Warriors have been navigating an uneven path, with recent losses underscoring how much the roster misses its floor general.
Curry‘s scoring average of 27.2 points per game remains the team’s highest this season, and his absence has corresponded with a sub-.500 record in the games he has missed.
Still, Golden State‘s front office and coaching staff have reiterated their belief that pushing Curry too quickly could extend time lost rather than shorten it.
The plan, framed internally as methodical rather than rushed, puts an emphasis on getting Curry cleared for practices before considering any official return date, with the next evaluation expected after this current road trip.
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