Published 14:09 IST, November 12th 2019
Stephen Curry eyes early spring NBA return after suffering hand injury
Stephen Curry expects to return to action in early spring. The Golden State Warriors' player broke his left hand in their defeat to Phoenix Suns on October 30
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Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry has said that he expects to return at some point later in the season. Curry broke his left hand in the loss to Phoenix Suns on October 30. He had surgery on November 1 and spoke to the media ahead of Warriors’ game against the Utah Jazz.
Stephen Curry: Expecting return before NBA season ends
Stephen Curry was upbeat about his chances and did not specify a return date. He said that he’s excited at the prospect of not losing the entire season and might be back in early spring. He said that he does not have much clue because he’s never suffered an injury of his extent but is positive with that he will be back after the rehab process.
Stephen Curry wore a large brace in his hand is expected to be out for at least 3 months. He said that there’s another procedure on his hand left, which will happen in early December as a part of the recovery process. He said he’s hopeful of hitting the road around the start of New Year to train and be around the team as much as he can.
Warriors struggling with Curry's absence
The Warriors meanwhile are struggling with the absence of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. Klay is recovering from a left ACL injury, and his return date is unclear. The Warriors’ are 2-8 (win-loss record) heading into the games on Monday. Curry said that he’s looking forward to the day when both are back together on the court.
Warriors’ coach Steve Kerr expects Stephen Curry and Thompson to be back at some point in the season and help the younger player grows within the organisation’s system. Curry was equally ecstatic about playing with younger players and said he’ll do all he can to guide them. He further added that he’s struggling with being away from the team. He said that he’s treating the recovery period as a mini-offseason to get himself fresh and ready.
Updated 14:43 IST, November 12th 2019