NBA Post-Season Health Update: Anticipated Comeback Timeline for Steph Curry and Golden State Warriors
In a surprising turn of events, star player Steph Curry will not feature in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinal series between the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves. Curry sustained a grade 1 left hamstring strain in Game 1 and has been recovering since. His potential return was targeted around Game 6, but unfortunately, the Warriors were unable to extend the series beyond Game 5, ending Curry's season.
The injury has significantly impacted the Warriors' chances, with the Timberwolves now having a negative moneyline of -210 in Game 3. This is an increase from their initial odds of -165, reflecting the absence of Curry, one of the NBA's most prolific scorers.
The Warriors, despite losing their star player, have shown resilience, posting a 28-11 record since Jimmy Butler's debut on Feb. 8, boasting the NBA's No. 1 defensive rating. However, the Timberwolves have struggled with their three-point shooting, shooting a dismal 12-of-76 from behind the arc over their last two games, setting a record for the worst two-game shooting stretch in NBA postseason history.
The total points for Game 3 of the series are not specified in the provided information. The series between the Warriors and Timberwolves resumes on Saturday, May 10, at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC. The spread for the game is not yet known.
In Game 1, the Timberwolves managed a 17.2% three-point clip against the Warriors. Fanatics Sportsbook issued $500,000 in refunds on Curry player prop bets as part of its "Fair Play" policy.
The series will continue on Thursday, May 14, for potential Game 5. The Warriors, priced as underdogs in Game 2, will be hoping for a miraculous comeback in the absence of Curry. The series odds for both teams are available at various sports betting sites, with numerous sportsbook promos and bonus codes available for punters.
As the series unfolds, the focus will be on the Warriors' ability to overcome the absence of Curry and the Timberwolves' struggle with their three-point shooting. The stage is set for an exciting and closely contested series.
- The Warriors' odds of winning Game 3 have increased due to Steph Curry's absence, with the Timberwolves currently standing as the overdog with a negative moneyline of -210.
- The Warriors, despite their star player's injury, have shown remarkable resilience, posting a 28-11 record since Jimmy Butler's debut.
- In Game 1, the Timberwolves struggled with their three-point shooting against the Warriors, managing only a 17.2% clip, prompting $500,000 in refunds on Curry player prop bets.
- The spread for Game 3 and the series odds for both teams are available at various sports betting sites, offering numerous sportsbook promos and bonus codes for punters.
- The Timberwolves' three-point shooting struggles, evident in their dismal 12-of-76 record over the last two games, will potentially be a decider in the series.
- The focus in the NBA Western Conference semifinal series between the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves will be on the Warriors' ability to overcome Curry's absence and the Timberwolves' three-point shooting struggles.
