Fri May 09 03:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Curry’s Hamstring Injury Leaves Warriors Facing Steep Climb Against Timberwolves
**Minneapolis, MN** – Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry will miss at least a week with a left hamstring strain, throwing the team’s playoff hopes into jeopardy. The injury, suffered in Tuesday’s Game 1 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, leaves the Warriors facing a challenging series without their offensive cornerstone.
Coach Steve Kerr acknowledged the immense impact of Curry’s absence, likening him to legendary players like Tim Duncan and Michael Jordan. With Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant no longer on the roster, the team lacks the star power to easily compensate for Curry’s scoring prowess. While there’s hope for a return before a potential Game 6, it’s far from certain, requiring the Warriors to win at least one more game without him.
The team is now focused on adapting its game plan. Draymond Green’s Game 1 performance offered a glimmer of hope, but the reliance on Jimmy Butler will increase significantly. Kerr plans to utilize Butler as the offensive focal point, mirroring the strategy employed when Curry has been sidelined recently. However, he emphasized that the team can’t solely depend on Butler’s scoring ability.
The physicality of Game 1 also drew attention, with Timberwolves coach Chris Finch alleging excessive fouling against Rudy Gobert and submitting evidence to the league. While Kerr acknowledged the physical nature of playoff basketball, he also pointed to instances where he felt fouls should have been called against the Timberwolves’ defense on Curry.
The Warriors now face a daunting task, needing to adjust their strategy and find a way to win games without their MVP-caliber point guard. The series continues Thursday in Minneapolis.
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