Steph Curry to Miss Game Against Nuggets
The Golden State Warriors face a significant challenge in their NBA Cup opener against the Denver Nuggets without their star player Steph Curry. According to ESPN’s Anthony Slater, Curry will be sidelined due to an illness that worsened recently.
Current Player Status
- Steph Curry battled colds and coughs after the win over the Phoenix Suns last Tuesday.
- He was ruled out of the recent loss to the Sacramento Kings and will miss the Nuggets game.
- Jimmy Butler, who missed the Kings game due to a lower back strain, remains questionable.
- Draymond Green is probable to play against the Nuggets.
Impact of Curry’s Absence
Curry’s absence is critical. In their first encounter, Curry scored 42 points, helping the Warriors win in overtime despite Aaron Gordon’s career-high 50 points from the Nuggets.
"Without him, the Warriors will find it extremely difficult to overcome Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray, Gordon, and co."
Challenges Ahead
The Warriors’ difficulty is compounded if Butler also misses the game, which is held in Denver — known for its challenging high-altitude environment for visiting teams.
Additionally, this game marks the Warriors’ 10th match in 18 nights, including three sets of back-to-backs, with two more sets scheduled in the coming weeks.
Author's summary: The Warriors face a tough road ahead against the Nuggets as they cope with Steph Curry's absence due to illness and the possibility of missing Butler in a grueling game schedule.