Stephen Curry scares the Warriors after twisting his ankle before the NBA debut

Stephen Curry raised alarms for the Golden State Warriors after feeling discomfort in his right ankle during the team’s open practice held on Sunday night in San Francisco. The guard left the court limping and headed to the locker room, raising concerns just days before the franchise's debut in the new NBA season.

However, initial reports indicate that the problem is not serious. Steve Kerr, head coach of the Warriors, reassured journalists after the practice with a brief and definitive message: "He is fine." A source from the franchise also confirmed that the ankle discomfort is not serious, although it has not yet been officially communicated whether Curry will be available for the first game.

The Warriors are taking extra precautions with Curry

The incident occurred during a play in which Curry was defending backup guard De'Anthony Melton. After slipping and making a poor landing, the player exhibited signs of frustration and slammed the ball to the ground. Activity was halted immediately while several teammates showed concern for the guard's condition.

Several members of the Warriors' staff, including Kerr himself, went to the locker room to check on the condition of the team’s star. Although the initial diagnosis points to a minor issue, the situation necessitates keeping attention on a player who has experienced physical problems in recent months.

Curry missed 43 games last season, 27 of which were due to persistent pain and inflammation in his right knee. For this reason, Golden State has decided to manage his preparation carefully this season, reducing both the training load and his minutes during preseason.

Awaiting the debut against the Lakers

Concerns are growing due to the proximity of the Warriors' official debut, scheduled for Wednesday night in Los Angeles against the Lakers. The franchise wants to have its main star from the start of the competition but also needs to avoid unnecessary risks with a player who will turn 39 in March.

For now, there is no definitive confirmation regarding Curry's availability for that matchup. Initial signs are reassuring, but Golden State will need to assess his progress before making a decision about his participation in the league opener.