Golden State Warriors' star player, Steph Curry, missed a recent matchup against the LA Clippers due to a planned rest day, officially designated as bilateral knee injury management. This absence was significant as it contributed to the Warriors' continued struggles, resulting in their third loss to the Clippers this season. Consequently, Golden State lost the season series against their Pacific Division rivals, which means they will not have the tiebreaker advantage over LA. The Warriors are now gearing up for another crucial game against the Phoenix Suns at home in Chase Center.
Despite missing the game against the Clippers, Curry is set to return against the Suns, as he is not listed on the injury report. His return is vital for a Warriors team that currently sits at a .500 record of 15-15 after their recent defeat. The stakes are high, with both the Warriors and Suns holding identical records, making this matchup essential for both teams to gain momentum in the competitive Western Conference.
In terms of team health, Draymond Green and Moses Moody were initially questionable for the game against the Suns, but Moody has since been ruled out. Green is optimistic about his participation, going through his pregame routine. On the other side, the Suns will be without key players Devin Booker, Grayson Allen, and Jusuf Nurkic, who is serving a suspension, further intensifying the importance of the game for both franchises.
