Warriors' Star Steph Curry's NBA Playoffs Return Timeline After Injury
Golden State Warriors Continue Playoff Run Without Steph Curry
In a surprising turn of events, star player Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors will miss the ongoing playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to a Grade 1 left hamstring strain. Curry's injury, sustained in Game 1, has ruled him out for at least one week, with an unclear timetable for his return[1].
Despite Curry's absence, the Warriors managed to upset the Timberwolves in their previous game, securing a 99-88 victory[2]. This marks the fourth time in the last 25 years that underdogs of six or more points have won in Game 1 of the NBA playoffs, with the Warriors' victory included[3].
The Timberwolves, on the other hand, have struggled with their three-point shooting, shooting 12-of-76 from behind the arc over their last two games, the worst two-game shooting stretch in NBA postseason history[4]. This offensive woe remains a concern, even with Curry out of the picture.
The Warriors' odds have been adjusted accordingly, with the team now listed as underdogs in Game 2 of the series[5]. The Timberwolves, on the other hand, have odds of -200 for the series spread and -210 for the series moneyline against the Warriors[6].
For those interested in sports betting, various platforms offer bonus bets and unique promotions. Some examples include FanDuel Sportsbook, bet365 Sportsbook, BetMGM Sportsbook, Fanatics Sportsbook, and Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook[7]. Each of these sportsbooks offers different promotions, such as bet $5 and get $150 in bonus bets, up to $1,500 in bonus bets if your first bet doesn't win, and up to $1,000 in no sweat bets[8].
The Western Conference semifinal series between the Golden State Warriors and the Timberwolves will resume on Saturday, May 10, at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC[9]. The Warriors have a 28-11 record with the NBA's No. 1 defensive rating since Jimmy Butler's debut on Feb. 8[10]. With their resilience and strong defence, the Warriors will be looking to continue their playoff run without their star player.
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- In the absence of Steph Curry, sports betting enthusiasts can consider wagers on the Golden State Warriors, now listed as underdogs with adjusted odds, as they continue their playoff run in the NBA.
- For those interested in betting on the Western Conference semifinal series between the Golden State Warriors and the Minnesota Timberwolves, various sports betting platforms like FanDuel Sportsbook, bet365 Sportsbook, BetMGM Sportsbook, Fanatics Sportsbook, and Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook offer unique promotions.
- Some of these promotions include bet $5 and get $150 in bonus bets, up to $1,500 in bonus bets if your first bet doesn't win, and up to $1,000 in no sweat bets.
- The Timberwolves, who have struggled with their three-point shooting, may have favorable odds in the series with -200 for the spread and -210 for the moneyline against the Warriors.
- The Warriors, with their strong defense, will be looking to continue their playoff run, even without Curry, as they face the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the series on Saturday, May 10.
- The Timberwolves' poor three-point shooting performance remains a concern, even with Curry out of the picture, especially considering the worst two-game shooting stretch in NBA postseason history occurred over their last two games.
