Is Steph Curry playing tonight Sacramento Kings? Latest injury update for 2x NBA MVP (Jan. 5)

Steph Curry will play on Sunday against the Sacramento Kings. The Golden State Warriors superstar rested on Saturday against the Memphis Grizzlies, citing bilateral knee injury management. Curry has been resting in at least one of the two back-to-back games the Warriors have played over the past month.

The Warriors have planned his schedule accordingly to ensure the 36-year-old doesn't feel the burnout amid an even season. Curry has averaged 22.3 points, 4.8 rebounds and 6.5 assists, shooting 44.7%, including 41.8% from 3. He has appeared in 27 of the team's 34 games.

The gamble on resting him against the Grizzlies worked as the Warriors successfully defended their homecourt advantage, winning 121-113. Steph Curry returns well-rested against a resurgent Sacramento Kings team, which is 16-19 on the season but on a three-game winning streak.

The Kings could also potentially be without star player De'Aaron Fox, who is doubtful of playing.

Steph Curry Stats vs. Sacramento Kings

Steph Curry has played 46 games against the Sacramento Kings, averaging 24.7 ppg, 5.2 rpg and 6.9 apg on 48.4% shooting, including 42.7% from 3. He holds a 34-17 record against the Warriors' division rivals. When the teams last met on Jan. 25, 2024, Curry had 33 points, six rebounds and two assists in a 134-133 loss. He shot 13 of 26, including 6 of 14 from 3.

The Warriors will likely require another stellar effort from Curry to win this contest. They are without their second-best scorer, Jonathan Kuminga, who sustained an ankle injury on Saturday against the Grizzlies. Meanwhile, the role players are inconsistent, and if they can't deliver, an underwhelming display from Curry could be costly.

Where to watch Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors game?

The Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors game will be available on local TV only. NBC Sports South California and NBC Sports Bay Area have the broadcasting rights in local regions. Viewers outside the local areas can watch this contest live on NBA League Pass. The game begins at 8:30 p.m. ET at the Chase Center.