The Golden State Warriors defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 99-88 in Game 1 of the NBA playoff second round, but the victory was overshadowed by a hamstring injury to Stephen Curry. The 37-year-old two-time MVP exited before halftime after clutching his left leg during a defensive play.
Despite trying to continue, Curry signaled for a substitution. He is expected to miss Game 2 on May 9, with scan results pending. Coach Steve Kerr expressed concern but noted the team is preparing as if Curry will be unavailable. In his absence, Buddy Hield, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green stepped up, combining for 62 points to secure the win. Kerr highlighted the team’s resilience, though Curry’s injury remains a significant worry for the Warriors’ playoff run.
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In a stunning upset, the Indiana Pacers took a 2-0 lead over the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers in their second-round series. Trailing by as many as 20 points, the Pacers mounted a remarkable comeback, outscoring the Cavaliers 36-21 in the fourth quarter of Game 2. Tyrese Haliburton sealed the victory with a game-winning step-back three-pointer. Aaron Nesmith and Myles Turner each scored 23 points, while Haliburton contributed 20.
The Cavaliers, Eastern Conference winners, now face pressure as the series shifts to Game 3 on May 10. The Pacers’ spirited performance has shifted momentum, raising questions about whether the Cavaliers can recover from this deficit.
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