Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry vs the Brooklyn Nets (Image via Getty) Stephen Curry is expected to play when the Golden State Warriors face the Charlotte Hornets on December 31, 2025. He is not listed on the Warriors’ injury report, which clears him for the game. For Curry, this matchup carries extra meaning. Charlotte is where he grew up, and games in the city have always stood out during his career.His availability also comes at a time when his workload has been heavy. Curry logged major minutes in recent games and showed no physical issues. He scored 39 points in a loss to Toronto and followed that with 27 points in a win over Brooklyn. At 37, the Warriors continue to monitor his minutes, but there has been no indication of a setback heading into this game.
Stephen Curry’s recent play and history against Charlotte Hornets
Stephen Curry has been consistent from deep over the last few weeks. Over his past 10 games, he is averaging five made three-pointers per night and has been the focal point of Golden State’s offense during a demanding stretch of the schedule. Against Brooklyn, he controlled the game and helped the Warriors secure a 120-107 win.His numbers against Charlotte are steady across his career. In 24 games versus the Hornets, Curry has averaged 25.3 points, 6.9 assists, and 4.2 rebounds. Playing in Charlotte has often led to strong performances, and the Golden State Warriors are expected to rely on him again to set the tone.
Golden State Warriors injury report for December 30, 2025
Stephen Curry has no injury designation. The rest of the roster is less clear. Al Horford remains out due to injury management and rest, with a return expected after December 31. Seth Curry is sidelined with sciatic nerve irritation affecting his thigh and is expected to be re-evaluated in about two weeks. L.J. Cryer is listed as day-to-day with a back strain.Jimmy Butler III is listed as a game-time decision. When he has been on the floor recently, he has averaged 19.7 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.9 assists.Also read: Golden State Warriors vs Charlotte Hornets regular season game: Full injury report, who’s out, where to watch, and more (December 30, 2025)
Charlotte Hornets injury report for December 30, 2025
Charlotte Hornets enters the game dealing with several absences. Mason Plumlee is out with a groin injury. Grant Williams remains sidelined with an ACL injury. Ryan Kalkbrenner is out with an elbow issue, and Kon Knueppel is listed as out or day-to-day due to an ankle injury. These injuries limit Charlotte’s depth and shorten the rotation.