The Golden State Warriors are anticipating the return of Stephen Curry and Kristaps Porzingis following the All-Star break, with both players expected to make their comeback in the game against the Boston Celtics on February 19. The Warriors are currently finishing their final matchup before the break against the San Antonio Spurs, during which Curry will miss his fifth straight game due to a knee injury.
Details on Curry and Porzingis’ Recovery and Return Timeline
Stephen Curry, sidelined with a runner’s knee injury, has been out since before the All-Star hiatus and remains in recovery. Kristaps Porzingis, a recent trade deadline acquisition from the Atlanta Hawks, has yet to debut for Golden State as he continues rehabilitating an Achilles injury sustained before January 7. According to Warriors insider Anthony Slater, both players are being carefully managed as they approach full fitness.
They are targeting that first game out of the break, Feb. 19th, against the Celtics. Steve Kerr said he’s optimistic Steph will play, and Kristaps Porzingis could potentially debut that night,
Slater told Malika Andrews on ESPN’s NBA Today.
Porzingis is gonna stay in the Bay and kind of work his way towards that game.
Impact of Return After Trade and Injuries
Porzingis arrived in Golden State as part of a trade that sent Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to Atlanta, reinforcing the Warriors’ roster ahead of the season’s critical second half. The pair’s simultaneous return is expected to bolster the team’s lineup, offering both experience and versatility just as the Warriors resume their pursuit of playoff positioning.
The timing of Curry and Porzingis’ comeback after the long break could provide a vital boost as the Warriors resume their schedule, potentially improving their prospects in upcoming games and the remainder of the NBA season.
