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Steph Curry suffers injury scare ahead of NBA season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 6:13 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Steph Curry suffers injury scare ahead of NBA season opener

Summary

Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors experienced an injury scare during an open practice ahead of the NBA 2026/27 season. The incident drew immediate speculation of an ACL tear, but it was later clarified to be a right ankle injury. Coach Steve Kerr mentioned that they were planning Curry's usage for the upcoming games. The Warriors are set to begin their season against the Los Angeles Lakers this Wednesday. This situation highlights concerns surrounding the NBA’s global competitiveness as star players like Curry approach the twilight of their careers.

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Status Watch

•Curry stumbled and left practice, causing injury concerns.
•Initial fears of an ACL tear were alleviated; now a right ankle issue.
•Warriors play the Lakers in their season opener on Wednesday.
•Concerns noted about the NBA's competitive position against other leagues.
•NBA faces a changing as new international stars rise.

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6:13 AMYahoo Sports — The Steph Curry scare that reveals the NBA’s hidden problem

What they're saying

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NBA 2026/27 PREVIEW: Curry sparked concern with an injury in practice at the weekend and, as Jack Rathborn writes, remains fundamental both on and off the court for the Warriors and the NBA, as it continues to expand its influence beyond the United States
— Yahoo Sports

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