MANILA, Philippines - Fans of the Golden State Warriors held their breaths as Stephen Curry came up limping during Game 1 of their NBA playoffs first round series against the Houston Rockets on Sunday, April 17 (Manila time).
The reigning league MVP, who missed most of the 2011-12 season with ankle injuries, was once again showing signs of pain in his right ankle near the end of the first half. Curry returned to action briefly in the third quarter before sitting out the rest of the game, which the Warriors won in dominant fashion, 104-78.
After the game, Warriors coach Steve Kerr listed Curry as "questionable" for Game 2 but Curry said he expected to be in action on Tuesday.
"Right now, don't see a scenario where I'll be out," Curry was quoted by ESPN.
Curry played just under 20 minutes but still finished with a game high 24 points on 5-of-7 shooting from 3-point range. Rockets star James Harden had a dismal first half with just 4 points scored and finished with 17 points total.
The Warriors are looking for a second straight NBA championship after setting a new record for regular season wins with 73. – Rappler.com