Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry is in contention to return for Saturday's game against the Phoenix Suns after a one-game absence. The four-time NBA champion was held out of Wednesday's 105-101 loss to the OKC Thunder, citing bilateral knee patellofemoral pain. Curry is questionable because of the same injury before the contest against the Suns.
Coach Steve Kerr revealed the extent of the injury on Wednesday. He said the MRI was negative, but Curry had been "banged up" over the last few games and his knees bothered him. Kerr mentioned his star player is likely to play against Phoenix.
Curry hasn't played in five days, so he's had adequate rest to heal up. Despite the questionable status, which is deemed 50-50 by a textbook definition, the two-time MVP should suit up against former co-star Kevin Durant.
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Steph Curry Stats vs. Phoenix Suns
Steph Curry has averaged 22.9 points, 4.5 rebounds and 6.1 assists against the Phoenix Suns in 50 games. The Warriors star holds a 29-21 record against Golden State's division rivals. It's their first meeting of the season.
The Warriors lost the four-game series 3-1 last year against Kevin Durant and Co. Curry played in all four, tallying 24.3 ppg, 5.5 rpg and 4.3 apg, shooting on 40/34/94 splits.
He's had a slow start this season and will hope to break out of it against Phoenix. Curry has averaged 22.4 ppg, 5.4 rpg and 5.5 apg, shooting 47.5%, including 44.4% from 3 and 95.8% from the free throw line.
The Warriors have lost their last three consecutive games, while the Suns have just one win in seven outings.
How to watch Steph Curry in action during Golden State Warriors vs. Phoenix Suns?
NBA TV will nationally televise the Golden State Warriors vs. Phoenix Suns game. NBA Sports Bay Area and Arizona's Family 3TV / Arizona's Family Sports will provide coverage in local regions.
Fans outside the U.S. can watch the contest online via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 9:00 p.m. ET at the Footprint Center, the Suns' home floor. The Warriors are 12-6, third in the West, while the 10-8 Suns are ninth.
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