Fastrack · Warriors, Lakers Release Injury Reports Before Season Opener

Stephen Curry is probable for the Warriors' opener against the Lakers. He sprained his right ankle at Sunday's open practice.

Curry returned to practice Monday after limping off Sunday.
Coach Steve Kerr said Curry would play against Los Angeles.
26.6 points per game for Curry last season, across 43 games.
Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, the No. 11 pick, will start Wednesday.

Why it matters: Golden State opens shorthanded after missing last season's playoffs. Curry's availability shapes how competitive the team can be early.

Butler is out recovering from right ACL surgery.
Moody, Podziemski and Porzingis are out; Charles Bassey is questionable.

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Center coverage, 3 sources: The center sees Curry's probable status as relief for a thin Warriors roster that still faces a steep opener.

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Los Angeles Times8hZiaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle are final two Lakers starters San Francisco Chronicle1dWarriors’ Brandin Podziemski to miss opener in L.A. with back soreness

Right coverage, 1 sources: The right focuses on injury lists on both sides, from Golden State's missing depth to Sexton's questionable status for the Lakers.

New York Post8hExclusive | After ‘weird’ season in New Orleans, Kevon Looney eager to be Lakers’ veteran leader

What’s next: The Lakers list Collin Sexton as questionable with a right soleus strain. Cameron Carr and Adou Thiero are out.

Ziaire Williams would likely take Sexton's rotation spot if he sits.
How long will Butler and Porzingis be sidelined?
Will Sexton play after missing all five preseason games?