Maximum concern for the Warriors over Stephen Curry: an injury that could change their season

The Golden State Warriors are holding their breath after losing Stephen Curry to an abdominal injury that has raised all alarms. The point guard barely played six minutes in the loss against the Houston Rockets (115-108) and had to leave the game after feeling discomfort in his right side. Steve Kerr acknowledged that the player had never experienced an injury of this nature and admitted that the concern within the franchise is high. A setback that could jeopardize the competitive recovery of a team that was starting to find its best version.

Curry undergoes an MRI and Kerr expresses his concern

The action that raised alarms occurred during the first quarter. After scoring a three-pointer, Curry grabbed his right side and showed evident signs of pain. He approached Steve Kerr and eventually left the court to head to the locker room. The Warriors confirmed that he would not return to play due to abdominal discomfort.

The coach later explained that the player had conveyed to him that he had suffered a kind of pull in the abdominal area and that he had never experienced anything like it before.

"He told me he had hurt his abdominal area and that this had never happened to him before. He went for an MRI tonight, so we still don't know the results."

Kerr also did not hide his unease when asked about the severity of the situation. "The concern is high, but I have no idea what the extent of the injury is."

The MRI will be crucial in determining whether it is a muscle strain, a pull, or a more serious issue. For now, there is no definitive diagnosis or return timeline. What is clear is that Golden State does not intend to take risks with its main star.

The worst time to lose their main reference

The injury comes as the Warriors were starting to regain their form. After a season start with three consecutive losses, the team had put together eight victories and found a much more solid competitive identity. The loss in Houston ended that streak and exposed the dependence that still exists on Curry.

The point guard was having an extraordinary start, averaging 30.6 points per game before the game against the Rockets, and had been the leading scorer for Golden State in six of the eight victories during that stretch. His ability to create advantages, attract defenders, and open up space for his teammates is virtually impossible to replace.

Additionally, the Warriors are already facing other physical issues within their roster. Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody are also out, while Kristaps Porzingis's status remains uncertain. Losing Curry now would be another blow for a rotation that needs to keep its key pieces available if it wants to compete in the West.

Yaxel Lendeborg and Podziemski must step up

The good news is that Golden State has players capable of taking on more responsibilities. Against Houston, Yaxel Lendeborg answered with 25 points and 10 rebounds, while Brandin Podziemski finished with 22 points. Two performances that allow for some optimism about the team's ability to compete without its star.

Steve Kerr highlighted the connection and competitive spirit of his players, although he also acknowledged that the offense needs to improve its organization when Curry is not on the court. The coach believes the team had too many disorganized possessions and struggled to generate advantages during the second half.

That will be the big challenge. Lendeborg can provide scoring and energy, Podziemski has the ability to handle the ball more, and Draymond Green will remain essential for organizing the game. But none can replicate Curry's offensive impact, especially due to the defensive attention he draws even when he doesn't have the ball.

An absence that could compromise Golden State's aspirations

The Warriors find themselves in a delicate situation. The team had built a positive dynamic and was starting to show it could compete against the best, but its ceiling largely depends on Curry's availability.

If the injury is limited to discomfort and he can return soon, the setback will be viewed as a significant scare in a still-long season. If it turns out to be a muscle injury that requires several weeks of recovery, the outlook will change considerably.

The upcoming matchup against the San Antonio Spurs, part of the NBA Cup, comes too soon to have certainty about his availability. Golden State will have to prepare to compete without its leader and demonstrate that it can maintain its collective identity.

Kerr's concern is justified: the Warriors can survive a few games without Curry, but their championship aspirations depend on having him healthy when the decisive moment arrives.

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