The Golden State Warriors are hoping to extend their recent momentum when they face the Washington Wizards, but they will once again have to do so without their franchise star. Stephen Curry has officially been ruled out of the matchup due to a lingering knee injury that has kept him sidelined for an extended period. While the Warriors have managed to secure two consecutive wins, Curry’s continued absence remains a major storyline as the team approaches the final stretch of the regular season.
This will be the second and final meeting between the two teams this season. Golden State claimed the first contest earlier in the month with a 125–117 victory, and Curry was also unavailable for that game. The veteran guard’s knee issue has now forced him to miss another matchup, leaving fans waiting for clarity on when he might return to the court. His absence continues to impact the team’s lineup as they attempt to maintain their competitive form.
Curry has not appeared in a game since late January, when the Warriors faced the Detroit Pistons. The upcoming contest against Washington will mark his 23rd straight missed game, a stretch that has tested Golden State’s depth. Despite being limited to only 39 appearances this season, the former MVP has still delivered impressive numbers whenever he has been healthy, averaging over 27 points per game along with solid contributions in assists, rebounds, and steals.
With only a handful of games remaining in the regular season, the Warriors are essentially focused on securing their position for postseason play. The team appears destined for a place in the Play-In Tournament, which means their primary priority is ensuring Curry is fully recovered before those decisive matchups begin. His availability during that stage could ultimately determine how far Golden State can progress.
Ideally, the Warriors would like their star guard to return for at least a few of the remaining regular-season games in order to regain rhythm and conditioning before the high-stakes contests ahead. However, his recovery timeline remains uncertain, and the team is expected to prioritize long-term health over rushing him back too soon. For now, Golden State will continue navigating the closing stretch of the season while awaiting the return of their most influential player.
