Draymond Green says two players can fill in for injured Curry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 8:29 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Following an injury to Steph Curry during a game against the Houston Rockets, Draymond Green expressed confidence in two teammates, Yaxel Lendeborg and Brandin Podziemski, to maintain the Golden State Warriors' momentum. The Warriors had an eight-game winning streak before the loss and are reportedly deeper than last season. Green noted that the team's spirit and self-awareness have improved, allowing them to be effective even without Curry. Maintaining competitiveness in the playoff race is viewed as crucial as they adjust to his absence.
- •Steph Curry suffered an injury against the Rockets.
- •Draymond Green believes in Yaxel Lendeborg and Brandin Podziemski.
- •The Warriors had an eight-game winning streak before losing.
- •Green notes improved team spirit and self-awareness.
- •The team aims to remain playoff competitive without Curry.
- 8:29 AMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green says two Warriors players ensure Curry’s injury won’t hurt as much
"The Bay Area holds its breath as Steph Curry walked off injured against the Houston Rockets, but Draymond Green is backing two other players to ensure the team doesn’t skip a beat. For as long as the Golden State Warriors have been contenders, their prospects have been tied to the health of Steph Curry.
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