Golden State Warriors injury report: Big update on Jonathan Kuminga and Steph Curry's status ahead of game vs Pelicans

The Golden State Warriors enter Saturday’s matchup with the Pelicans battling a slump and multiple injuries, highlighted by Steph Curry’s continued absence and Jonathan Kuminga’s possible return.

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Steph Curry ruled out for a fifth straight game with a quad contusion; Warriors 1-3 without him.

Jonathan Kuminga listed as questionable after practicing Friday, while Gary Payton II trends toward playing.

The Golden State Warriors will lock horns with the New Orleans Pelicans at home on Saturday. On top of having a 1-4 record over the last five games, the Warriors have injury concerns for this game.

Latest update on Steph Curry

Curry is out for a week because of a quad contusion, which he picked up on Wednesday against the Rockets. He will miss his fifth game on Saturday. The Warriors are 1-3 in his absence.

Latest update on Jonathan Kuminga

On the other hand, Kuminga could make a return after missing seven games. He faced bilateral knee patellar tendonitis during this stretch after picking up a blow on November 12 against the Spurs. Kuminga is placed as 'questionable' and will likely be a game-time decision. He could be leaning towards playing after practicing on Friday.

Latest update on Gary Payton II

Gary Payton II is placed as 'probable' to play after suffering an ankle sprain in Wednesday's defeat to the Rockets. He played five minutes before exiting that game. Payton will likely play on Saturday.

Latest update on Al Horford

Al-Harford will miss his third back to back clash because of right sciatic nerve irritation. He was out for at least a week. The former champion could make a comeback in the next game.

Latest update De'Anthony Melton

De'Anthony Melton will stay on the sidelines. He has been recovering from an ACL surgery. Despite practicing on Wednesday, the Golden State Warriors' free agency won't make its season debut on Saturday against the Pelicans.

When and where to watch the New Orleans Pelicans vs Golden State Warriors game?

NBA TV will nationally televise the New Orleans Pelicans vs Golden State Warriors game, while GCSEN and NBC Sports Bay Area will have the local coverage. Fans in the US can also stream the game online through FUBO.

The game will start at 8:30 pm ET at Chase Center.

The Warriors are eight-point favorites even after the injuries. The Pelicans are 3-16 and in a worse spot than 10-10 Golden State.

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