Warriors

2024 - 10 - 28

Warriors Lose Home Opener: Curry Injured but Wiggins Shines!

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In a thrilling home opener, Andrew Wiggins dazzled with 29 points while Curry’s ankle misadventure had fans holding their breath!

The Golden State Warriors faced off against the Los Angeles Clippers in their home opener, and let’s just say, it was a night filled with highs and lows. Andrew Wiggins lit up the court with a game-high 29 points, showcasing his incredible skills and sinking a phenomenal five three-pointers. With fans packed into the Chase Center, the excitement was palpable, but the exhilarating vibes quickly turned sour as the clock ticked down.

As the fourth quarter neared its end, disaster struck for Warriors fans: their beloved star, Stephen Curry, suffered a sprained left ankle. Attempting to set a screen, Curry rolled his ankle in a moment that felt like time slowed. He hopped off the court in visible pain, abandoning hopes of a heroic comeback. The crowd collectively held its breath as news broke – he wouldn’t return, leaving a significant void in a team already grasping for the win.

Despite Wiggins’ incredible performance, the Warriors fell short, losing the game 112-104 to the determined Clippers. Ivica Zubac proved to be a thorn in their side, finishing with an impressive 23 points and 17 rebounds, helping the Clippers hold off a late Warriors surge. Warriors coach Steve Kerr later addressed the media, trying to downplay the injury’s severity while acknowledging the critical role Curry plays on the team.

Fans at the Chase Center brought an electric atmosphere, expressing optimism for the season despite the disheartening loss. Lifelong fan Jackie Sanchez summed it up well: "The energy with the team this year is very different, it’s very exciting!" While Warriors die-hards may be worried about Curry’s injury, there’s no denying Wiggins’ remarkable potential as a rising star. The Warriors will need to rally together in Curry's absence, but if last night was any indication, they certainly have the talent to claw their way through adversity.

Interesting Fact: Did you know that Stephen Curry is a two-time NBA MVP? His loose handling of the ball sometimes makes him look like he’s on a tightrope, but it’s his ability to create magic from outside the arc that has forever changed the game of basketball!

Moreover, Andrew Wiggins showed incredible prowess last night. Ever since being drafted first overall in 2014 by the Cleveland Cavaliers and later traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, he's evolved into one of the NBA's most exciting players. His scoring prowess, especially from three-point range, highlights his growth into becoming a key player for the Warriors.

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Andrew Wiggins Scores 29 Points in Warriors' Home Opening Loss ... (Warriors.com)

Andrew Wiggins scored a game-high 29 points and made a game-best five 3-pointers in the Warriors' 112-104 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers at Chase Center ...

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Warriors' Steph Curry exits vs. Clippers with sprained ankle (Sportsnet.ca)

The team later announced that he wouldn't return after suffering a left ankle sprain. Curry seemed to roll his left ankle twice in the outing, with ...

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Warriors star Stephen Curry leaves loss to Clippers early after rolling ... (Yahoo Sports)

Stephen Curry hopped off the court and directly into the tunnel on Sunday night after rolling his left ankle while trying to set a screen.

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Stephen Curry sprains left ankle in Warriors' loss | NBA.com (NBA.com)

Warriors guard Stephen Curry injures ankle, attempts to return, and then exits for good with 7:55 remaining in the fourth.

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Clippers hold off Warriors 112-104 as Stephen Curry goes down ... (KGO-TV)

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Stephen Curry left midway through the fourth quarter with a left ankle injury as Ivica Zubac and the Los Angeles Clippers spoiled the ...

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Steve Kerr Reveals Important Steph Curry Injury Update After ... (Sports Illustrated)

Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry suffered an ankle injury against the Clippers.

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Clippers defeat Warriors after Steph Curry leaves with injury (Los Angeles Times)

Ivica Zubac finishes with 23 points and 17 rebounds as the Clippers defeat the Warriors 112-104 after Golden State loses Stephen Curry to injury late.

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Warriors fans bring energy to Chase Center for first home game of ... (CBS San Francisco)

Despite that, many fans are staying optimistic, like lifelong Warriors fan Jackie Sanchez. "The energy with the team this year is very different, it's very ...

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Clippers hold off Warriors as Stephen Curry goes down injured (KFSN-TV)

Stephen Curry left midway through the fourth quarter with a left ankle injury as Ivica Zubac and the Los Angeles Clippers spoiled the Golden Stat...

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Clippers hold off Warriors as Stephen Curry goes down injured (Toronto Star)

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Stephen Curry left midway through the fourth quarter with a left ankle injury as Ivica Zubac and the Los Angeles Clippers spoiled the ...

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Stephen Curry's injury provides Warriors first big test of their depth (The Athletic)

SAN FRANCISCO — Nothing rocks the core of Golden State Warriors fans like the sight of Stephen Curry limping. If the highlights of his 16 years are the four ...

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Warriors' Stephen Curry to Undergo MRI After Suffering Sprained ... (Bleacher Report)

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry will undergo an MRI after exiting Sunday's 112-104 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers with a sprained left…

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F.H. Collins Warriors shine at Edmonton volleyball tournament (Yukon News)

Whitehorse students from F. H. Collins Secondary School travelled to Edmonton on Oct. 18-19 to compete in the M.E. Lazerte high school Voyageur Volleyball ...

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NBA Rumors: Warriors Brace for Steph Curry to Possibly Miss ... (Bleacher Report)

The Golden State Warriors are preparing to be without star guard Stephen Curry for "possibly several games," according to ESPN's Kendra Andrews.

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Kerr confident Warriors can cope without Curry (sportsmax.tv)

Veteran campaigner Curry suffered an ankle injury in the Warriors' 112-104 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday. According to Kerr, Curry described the ...

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Stephen Curry's Injury Raises Concern As Warriors Fall To Clippers ... (Arise News)

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has expressed concern over an ankle injury sustained by superstar Stephen Curry during the Warriors' 112-104 loss to ...

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Clippers 112-104 Warriors (Oct 27, 2024) Game Recap - ESPN (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the LA Clippers vs. Golden State Warriors NBA game from October 27, 2024 on ESPN.

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Golden State Warriors Fans React to New Steph Curry Injury Update (Sports Illustrated)

Spraining his ankle, Curry played just under 27 before he left the game and did not return. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr gave a relatively encouraging update ...

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Concern for Warriors! Stephen Curry Suffers Ankle Injury (beIN SPORTS USA)

Stephen Curry twisted his left ankle in the Golden State Warriors' loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

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West Kelowna Warriors split games on Alberta road trip (Kelowna Capital News)

After dropping five games in a row, the Warriors doubled the Sherwood Park Crusaders 6-3 on Friday (Oct. 25). Jack Pridham (4) had two goals for the Warriors.

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Warriors: MRI shows no structural damage to Curry's left ankle - ESPN (ESPN)

The Golden State Warriors announced Monday that an MRI of Stephen Curry's sprained left ankle on Monday did not detect any structural damage and described ...

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Warriors announce Stephen Curry has left ankle strain, will be ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Golden State Warriors announced Monday that Steph Curry has no structural damage to his ankle, but has sustained a left peroneal strain after exiting ...

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BREAKING: Warriors Reveal Major Steph Curry Injury Update (Sports Illustrated)

Last night against the LA Clippers, Steph Curry suffered an ankle injury that prevented him from returning to the game. After the game, head coach Steve ...

Warriors: MRI shows no structural damage to Curry's left ankle (ABC News)

Curry is averaging 18.3 points, 6.7 assists and 5.3 rebounds in three games in his 16th season with the Warriors. The 10-time All-Star and two-time NBA MVP is ...

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Stephen Curry will miss at least two games for Warriors with left ... (Toronto Star)

Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry (30) stretches his left ankle after sustaining an injury in the third quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Los ...

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Warriors Reveal Unexpected Injury Update on Andrew Wiggins (Sports Illustrated)

The hits just keep on coming for the Golden State Warriors. After it was announced that Steph Curry would be missing time due to an ankle injury, ...

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MRI confirms Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry suffered left ... (CBS San Francisco)

The Golden State Warriors on Monday confirmed that an MRI on injured guard Stephen Curry's left ankle revealed a peroneal strain, but indicated "no ...

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