Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is progressing well in his recovery from a knee injury and has set a goal to return to play this Sunday, April 5th, against the Houston Rockets.

Curry's Recovery and Return Timeline

Curry has been sidelined for over 25 games due to a combination of bone bruising and patellofemoral syndrome. He recently participated in a full-contact 5-on-5 scrimmage and reported feeling “great” afterward, though he acknowledged the unpredictable nature of his injury.

“It’s just a matter of how I respond the next couple of days,” Curry stated. The Warriors will continue to monitor his knee’s reaction and adjust their plans accordingly.

Fantasy Basketball Implications

Curry, in his 17th NBA season, has been a consistent fantasy performer when healthy, averaging 27.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists in 39 games played. His return is expected to impact the production of other Warriors players who have stepped up in his absence.

Brandin Podziemski

Brandin Podziemski has seen a significant increase in fantasy value during Curry’s absence, averaging 21.8 points, 5.0 assists, and 7.8 rebounds in his last four games. These numbers are likely to decrease with Curry back in the lineup, potentially returning to his November averages.

Gui Santos

Gui Santos has also exceeded his season averages in March, posting 15.9 points, 4.1 assists, and 5.9 rebounds per game. He has been particularly effective scoring, with games of 27 and 31 points in recent contests. While his production will likely dip, he could still provide value, especially with Moses Moody out for the season.

Moses Moody's Injury

Moses Moody suffered a season-ending torn left patellar tendon on March 23rd against the Dallas Mavericks. He averaged 12.1 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.6 assists this season. His absence further opens the door for other Warriors players to see increased playing time.

Gray Deyo is a Nashville-based sportswriter with a sports management degree from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, covering various sports for the past four years.