The Golden State Warriors have officially ruled out Stephen Curry for Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves, scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in Minneapolis. Curry continues to recover from a Grade 1 left hamstring strain sustained during the second quarter of Game 1.
Curry’s Injury and Absence
Curry’s injury has significantly impacted the Warriors’ playoff performance. Since his departure in Game 1, the team has suffered three consecutive losses, placing them in a 3-1 series deficit. Despite initial hopes for a swift return, Curry confirmed he is not physically ready to play, stating, “Even if I wanted to be Superman, I couldn’t.”
Impact on the Warriors
Without Curry, the Warriors have struggled offensively, particularly in the second halves of Games 3 and 4. The absence of their 11-time All-Star, who averaged 22.6 points per game in the playoffs on 47.7% shooting, has left a void in leadership and scoring.
Head coach Steve Kerr has been experimenting with different lineups, but the team has yet to find a consistent rhythm. Role players like Jonathan Kuminga and Kevon Looney have shown flashes of strong play, but the team collectively has been unable to compensate for Curry’s absence.
Looking Ahead to Game 5
Facing elimination, the Warriors must find a way to overcome the Timberwolves without their star player. Draymond Green emphasized the importance of not rushing Curry back prematurely, stating there’s no plan to “Superman” the situation.
The Warriors will need significant contributions from their supporting cast to extend the series and keep their playoff hopes alive. Game 5 is scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 6:30 PM PDT in Minneapolis.
