NO STEPHEN Curry, big problem for the Golden State Warriors.

The Warriors heavily felt the absence of the injured Curry and lost badly to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 93-117, in Game 2 of their best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series on Friday (Philippine time), May 9.

Curry was out due to a left hamstring strain that he suffered in their 99-88 Game 1 victory. The injury could keep Curry out for at least until next week, multiple reports said.

Curry’s absence was greatly felt by the Warriors from the start as they scored just 15 points in the opening period.

Minnesota ended the first quarter with a 14-point lead. Golden State rallied within seven points in the third quarter but Minnesota had an answer, restoring a fat 85-65 lead with only one period to play.

The Wolves actually outscored the Warriors in each of the fourth quarters for the easy series-tying win.

Julius Randle topped the Wolves with 24 points, 11 assists, and seven rebounds. Anthony Edwards added 20 points but briefly left the game due to a sprained ankle.

Reserve Nickeil Alexander-Walker also scored 20 points for Minnesota.

Jonathan Kuminga scored 18 points, Jimmy Butler had 17, while Buddy Hield and Trayce Jackson-Davis each added 15 for Golden State, which will travel home to host Games 3 and 4.

Game 3 of the series will be played on Sunday, May 11.(CCM)

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