Steph Curry to miss game against Nuggets

Steph Curry to Miss Game Against Nuggets

The Golden State Warriors face a daunting challenge in the NBA Cup opener against the Denver Nuggets without their star player, Steph Curry.

Curry's Illness and Impact

According to ESPN’s Anthony Slater, Steph Curry will be unavailable due to an illness that worsened yesterday morning. He showed signs of struggle with colds and coughs during the win over the Phoenix Suns last Tuesday and was already ruled out for the loss against the Sacramento Kings.

Other Player Injuries

Jimmy Butler is questionable with a lower back strain after missing the game versus the Kings.
Draymond Green is probable for the game against the Nuggets.

Challenges Without Curry

Curry’s absence is a major setback. In their first matchup, Curry scored 42 points, leading the Warriors to an overtime victory despite Aaron Gordon’s career-high 50 points, including 10-of-11 three-pointers. Without Curry, overcoming Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray, and Gordon will be extremely difficult.

Additional Difficulties

The challenge intensifies if Butler also misses the game, which takes place in Denver, known for its tough playing conditions due to high altitude. This will also be the Warriors’ 10th game in 18 nights, featuring multiple back-to-back games and more to come in the following weeks.

“Curry will not be available against the Nuggets due to an illness that ‘worsened’ yesterday morning.” – Anthony Slater, ESPN

Summary: Steph Curry’s illness sidelines him for the crucial game against the Denver Nuggets, compounding challenges for the Warriors amid a demanding schedule and possible other key absences.

Golden State Of Mind — 2025-11-07