Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry (Image via: Getty Images) Stephen Curry is expected to play tonight against the Utah Jazz, with the Warriors listing him as probable for Wednesday’s game on January 28, 2026, in Salt Lake City. He has been dealing with soreness in his right knee, but the team believes he is ready to return.Golden State closes its road trip still short on depth, which makes Curry’s availability important. He did not play in the previous game, but nothing since then suggests a setback.
Stephen Curry’s availability against Utah Jazz (January 28, 2026)
Stephen Curry sat out Monday’s loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves because of right patellofemoral inflammation. The issue is irritation around the kneecap and developed after a stretch of heavy minutes. The Warriors chose rest as a precaution.For the Utah game, Curry’s status improved. He is listed as probable on the NBA’s official injury report, meaning the team expects him to play unless something changes late. Draymond Green is also probable with left-back soreness. At this stage, Curry is expected to start.
How the knee issue fits into his season
The knee problem began during a workout and carried into games, but the Golden State Warriors have not described it as serious. There is no indication of ligament or cartilage damage. The team has labeled it as inflammation and soreness.Golden State has tried to manage Stephen Curry’s workload where possible. With Jimmy Butler III out for the season due to a torn ACL and Seth Curry sidelined with sciatic-nerve irritation, Steph has taken on more responsibility. Missing the Minnesota game was about caution, not concern.
What Stephen Curry usually does against the Jazz
Utah has struggled defensively this season, especially on the perimeter. They allow a high number of three-point attempts, which plays into Curry’s strengths.In two earlier games against the Jazz this season, both in San Francisco, Curry scored 31 points each time. He made 12 three-pointers across those games on 29 attempts. He enters tonight averaging about 27 points per game and roughly 4.5 made threes.
Golden State Warriors injuries and rotation impact
The Golden State Warriors remain thin. Jonathan Kuminga is out with a left-knee bone bruise. Seth Curry is still sidelined with left sciatic-nerve irritation. L.J. Cryer is questionable with left-hamstring tightness, which could further limit guard options.Curry’s return helps settle the offense. His shooting creates space, reduces pressure on younger players, and gives Golden State a reliable option late in possessions.Also read: Golden State Warriors vs Utah Jazz injury report: Who’s playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (January 28, 2026)Unless something changes during warm-ups, Stephen Curry is expected to play and start against Utah. The probable listing reflects confidence from the team. If he is on the floor, Golden State Warriors will lean on him heavily to close out the road trip.