Stephen Curry return: Steve Kerr casts fresh doubts over star's return against Wizards

Ever since news broke out stating that Stephen Curry could return for Warriors as soon as Sunday night (Monday IST), Warriors supporters have gone into ecstasy.  Athletic reported that 'A Stephen Curry return' to lineup is possible after a four-month gap to face Washington Wizards. Curry, who injured his left hand back in October 2019, was scheduled to have a practice session on Wednesday and Friday before his final re-evaluation on Saturday.

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Steve Kerr casts doubts over 'Stephen Curry return' 

However, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has poured cold water over reports stating 'thing is official' yet. Following Wednesday's practice, Steve Kerr addressed Stephen Curry return reports stating 'He has only scrimmd twice'. Kerr furr admitted that he thinks Curry needs a few more scrimms before he could be game ready. 

"Steph will play when he is ready to go. That date has been something that's for sure on Steph's mind. But he'll play when we all feel like he is ready to go. I think he needs some more scrimm time." - Steve Kerr on Stephen Curry's injury

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Stephen Curry return: Steve Kerr on Stephen Curry injury

Latest reports from NBA insider Marc J. Spears casts furr doubt over Stephen Curry's return on March 1. Spears quoted Steve Kerr stating Warriors will have a 'kinda' practice with Curry and rest of team, where y'd decide if guard is fit eugh to play a part against Wizards. 

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Stephen Curry return: Stephen Curry training videos giving fans hopes

Stephen Curry has played just 4 games this season, averaging 20.3 points and 6.5 assists. Without him and Klay Thompson, Warriors have really struggled for form this season. y currently hold worst record in NBA with a poor 12-46 (win-loss). With a playoff berth for this season beyond question, it is highly likely that Steve Kerr would advocate against hurrying Stephen Curry back to action to prevent aggravating his injury.

Before Warriors host Wizards, y'll be up against Western Conference leaders LA Lakers. 

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