Curry, Payton, Richard, Porzingis Highlight Warriors Injury Report vs. Clippers

Casey Halston

Published: March 2, 2026 9:42 PM ET

Curry, Payton, Richard, Porzingis Highlight Warriors Injury Report vs. Clippers

The Golden State Warriors face significant challenges as they prepare to play against the Los Angeles Clippers at Chase Center. They will be without key players, including Stephen Curry, Kristaps Porzingis, Will Richard, and Seth Curry. Gary Payton’s status is questionable due to an ankle injury.

Warriors’ Injury Overview

Stephen Curry will miss his eleventh consecutive game due to a runner’s knee. The team announced he will be re-evaluated in nine days, meaning he will miss at least five more games. Kristaps Porzingis is sidelined with an illness, while Will Richard is dealing with an ankle issue. Seth Curry continues to be affected by sciatica.

Questionable Players

Gary Payton – Ankle Injury (Questionable)

Payton has been a valuable asset, scoring in double figures in seven of his last nine games. His absence could further weaken the Warriors’ lineup.

Clippers’ Health Status

In contrast, the Clippers are mostly healthy. They will be without John Collins due to a neck injury and Bradley Beal, who is recovering from season-ending hip surgery. However, they will welcome Darius Garland, who makes his debut with the Clippers after overcoming a toe injury.

Possible Rotation Changes

The Warriors are likely to adjust their lineup significantly due to the injuries. Players LJ Cryer and Nate Williams won’t be participating, but Malevy Leons remains available after performing well in the G League. The following players may feature in the game:

PG: Brandin Podziemski, Pat Spencer
SG: De’Anthony Melton
SF: Moses Moody, Nate Williams
PF: Gui Santos, Malevy Leons
C: Draymond Green, Al Horford, Quinten Post

Due to a lack of depth at small forward, it’s anticipated that Williams will receive additional playing time if Payton cannot participate.

Significance of the Game

The upcoming game carries significant weight in the Western Conference standings. Currently, the Warriors sit at 31-29, holding a 2.5-game lead over the Clippers, who are at 28-31. This matchup is crucial, as it will impact playoff positioning and could affect the season-series tiebreaker.