The Golden State Warriors head into their clash against the Chicago Bulls on Sunday night riding a wave of momentum from a hard-fought victory, while their superstar Stephen Curry takes a significant step towards his return from injury.
Pat Spencer Emerges as Unlikely Hero in Curry's Absence
With their talismanic leader Stephen Curry sidelined for the fourth consecutive game, the Warriors secured a crucial 99-94 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night. The spotlight fell on backup guard Pat Spencer, who delivered a standout performance with 19 points and 7 assists, steering the team to a much-needed victory on the road.
Stephen Curry's Promising Road to Recovery
There is positive news for Warriors fans concerning Curry's fitness. The franchise provided an official update on December 7 via social media platform X, stating that the two-time MVP is making "good progress" in his recovery from a left quadriceps contusion and muscle strain.
The re-evaluation indicated that Curry has started individual on-court workouts in the Bay Area. The team confirmed he is expected to participate in segments of Wednesday's team practice. This injury has kept him out of action since the November 26 game against the Houston Rockets.
Warriors Look to Extend Win Streak in Chicago
Despite the encouraging update, Curry will miss his fifth straight game when the Warriors face the Bulls. His absence this season has been felt acutely. In his 16 appearances, Curry has been phenomenal, averaging 27.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game.
The team now prepares for the second leg of a back-to-back, aiming to secure a second consecutive win. The matchup in Chicago presents another challenge for a Warriors squad learning to win without their primary offensive engine.
While the return of their leader is on the horizon, the immediate task for Golden State is to build on the momentum from Cleveland and find a way to overcome a competitive Bulls team.
