The Golden State Warriors' already challenging 2025-26 campaign took another tough turn on Friday night, March 13, 2026, when veteran guard Seth Curry was forced to leave the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves with left adductor soreness. The incident occurred at the Chase Center, and it quickly became clear that Curry would not return for the remainder of the contest. For a Warriors squad that has been battered by injuries all season, this latest setback could not have come at a worse time.
Curry’s night was cut short after a collision with Minnesota’s Donte DiVincenzo on a 50/50 ball with 8:12 left in the second quarter. The play saw Curry go down hard, and after a brief attempt to walk it off, he made his way to the locker room accompanied by the team’s medical staff. According to official team updates cited by Danny Emerman of The San Francisco Standard, "Seth Curry won’t return with left adductor soreness." The Warriors confirmed his status soon after, ruling him out for the rest of the game.
Before exiting, Curry played just seven minutes off the bench, going scoreless on 0-of-2 shooting while recording one rebound and one assist. It was a disappointing turn for the 35-year-old, who had only recently returned to action after a lengthy absence due to a left sciatic nerve irritation. Curry had missed games from December 6, 2025, until March 9, 2026, making this just his third appearance since rejoining the active roster. In his prior outing, he posted 13 points on 4-for-6 shooting, adding one rebound and three assists in a narrow 119-116 loss.
The Warriors’ medical room has been a revolving door this season, and Friday night was no exception. Veteran center Al Horford, who played just five minutes, also exited the game with right calf tightness. He did not return, and his status moving forward remains uncertain. Quinten Post, another key rotation player, failed to appear in the second half after coming up lame following a shot contest. The team entered the game already shorthanded, with Jimmy Butler, Steph Curry, De'Anthony Melton, Moses Moody, and Draymond Green all sidelined. Draymond Green was a late scratch due to back soreness, further depleting the Warriors’ options.
It’s been a season defined by adversity for Golden State. The Warriors, who currently sit as the ninth seed in the Western Conference with a 32-33 record through 65 games, have now lost three straight and seven of their last ten. Injuries have played a significant role in the team’s struggles, and the loss to the Timberwolves only highlighted the depth of their woes. The final score read 127-117 in favor of Minnesota, despite a spirited effort by the Warriors to trim the deficit to single digits late in the game. At one point, the home crowd at Chase Center rallied behind their team as they closed the gap to 109-102, but the Timberwolves ultimately held firm.
Curry’s mid-season signing was initially seen as a savvy move by the Warriors’ front office. The sharpshooter brought a wealth of experience, having played for ten different NBA franchises over his 12-year career, including stints with the Dallas Mavericks, Philadelphia 76ers, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers, Memphis Grizzlies, and now the Warriors. His career averages—10.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game while shooting 47.2% from the field and a remarkable 43.3% from three-point range in 553 games—offer a testament to his value as a reliable offensive contributor.
In his first three games this season with Golden State, Curry averaged 9.0 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per contest, shooting an impressive 66.7% from the field. Those numbers, though compiled over a small sample size, suggested that he could provide a much-needed scoring punch for a Warriors lineup desperately searching for consistency. Unfortunately, just as Curry seemed to be regaining his rhythm, his comeback was derailed by this latest injury.
Golden State’s guard rotation has been tested to its limits, but there is still some silver lining for head coach Steve Kerr. The Warriors boast considerable depth at the guard position, with De'Anthony Melton, Brandin Podziemski, Pat Spencer, Will Richard, Gary Payton II, and two-way player LJ Cryer all available to step up. While none may possess Curry’s shooting pedigree, their collective energy and versatility give Kerr some flexibility as he tries to navigate the remainder of the regular season.
Still, the psychological toll of constant injuries cannot be underestimated. As ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel noted, "The already-shorthanded Warriors are about to find it even more difficult to mount much of a challenge against the Timberwolves as their players keep on going down like flies." The absence of both Currys—Seth and superstar Steph—as well as Horford and other key contributors, leaves the Warriors fighting an uphill battle in a fiercely competitive Western Conference.
Looking ahead, the Warriors will travel to New York to face the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Whether Seth Curry will be available for that matchup remains uncertain. According to CBS Sports and Rotowire, "His next opportunity to play will come Sunday in New York, though he isn't guaranteed significant run even if he's cleared to play." The team will likely monitor his recovery closely before making a decision on his status.
For now, fans can only hope that Curry’s injury is not as serious as initially feared and that he can return to provide a spark as the Warriors continue their push for a playoff spot. The franchise’s resilience will be tested yet again, but if there’s one thing Golden State has shown over the years, it’s an ability to adapt and fight through adversity.
As the Warriors regroup and prepare for their next challenge, all eyes will be on the injury report—and on Seth Curry’s road back to the hardwood. The Chase Center faithful will be holding their breath, hoping for some good news in a season that’s been anything but easy.