Das All-Star-Game in der nordamerikanischen Profiliga NBA findet ohne Stephen Curry statt. Der Topspieler der Golden State Warriors muss wegen anhaltender Schmerzen im rechten Knie auf das Treffen der Basketball-Stars am Sonntag in Los Angeles verzichten, wie Warriors-Coach Steve Kerr mitteilte. Im Heimspiel gegen die San Antonio Spurs an diesem Mittwoch wird der 37 Jahre alte Curry ebenfalls fehlen.
Kerr hofft, dass er bald wieder auf den viermaligen NBA-Champion zurückgreifen kann. Man müsse von Tag zu Tag schauen, erklärte der Chefcoach, „daher ist es schwer, mit Sicherheit vorherzusagen, ob er im ersten Spiel nach der Pause spielen wird, aber das ist definitiv die Hoffnung“. Für die Warriors geht es am 19. Februar gegen die Boston Celtics weiter.
Curry, der bislang auf elf All-Star-Games kommt, hatte die Partie am 30. Januar gegen die Detroit Pistons (124:131) vorzeitig beendet. Die Knieschmerzen plagten ihn laut Kerr aber bereits in der Woche vor dem Detroit-Spiel. 2023 hatte Curry das prestigeträchtige All-Star-Game ebenfalls verletzungsbedingt verpasst. (dpa)
Los Angeles, February 15, 2024
Curry Sits Out NBA All-Star Game with Knee Pain
Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry will miss this weekend’s NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles due to ongoing right knee pain, the team announced.
- Stephen Curry will not participate in the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday.
- The 37-year-old is also expected to miss the Warriors’ game against the San Antonio Spurs this Wednesday.
- Curry initially experienced knee discomfort the week before a January 30th game against the Detroit Pistons.
- This marks the second consecutive year Curry has been sidelined for the All-Star Game due to injury.
The NBA All-Star Game will proceed without one of its brightest stars. Stephen Curry, the cornerstone of the Golden State Warriors, will be unable to participate due to persistent pain in his right knee, according to Warriors coach Steve Kerr. The news casts a shadow over the highly anticipated contest scheduled for Sunday in Los Angeles.
Kerr Optimistic, But Cautious
Kerr expressed hope for Curry’s swift return, but emphasized a day-to-day approach to his recovery. “It’s tough to say for sure whether he’ll play in the first game back after the break, but that’s definitely the hope,” Kerr stated. The Warriors are scheduled to resume play on February 19th against the Boston Celtics.
What caused Stephen Curry’s knee injury? Curry initially felt discomfort in his knee the week leading up to the Warriors’ January 30th matchup against the Detroit Pistons, a game they ultimately lost 124-131. He was forced to exit that game early, and the pain has lingered.
This isn’t the first time Curry has been forced to miss the All-Star Game due to injury. He was also sidelined for the 2023 edition, leaving fans wondering if this is becoming a concerning pattern.
Curry, a veteran of eleven All-Star Games, has consistently been a fan favorite and a key contributor to the event. His absence will undoubtedly be felt by both players and spectators alike. The Warriors will need to navigate the upcoming stretch of games without their star player, hoping for a speedy and full recovery for Curry.
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