In a significant boost for the Golden State Warriors and basketball fans worldwide, superstar Stephen Curry has been officially cleared to play in the marquee Christmas Day matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. The point guard does not feature on the team's injury report, paving the way for him to spearhead the Warriors' offense at the Chase Center on December 25.
Curry's Form and Availability for the Festive Fixture
The Warriors' hopes received a massive lift with the confirmation that Stephen Curry is active and available for the high-profile game. There are no indications of any minutes restriction, with the team expecting him to handle his regular workload in a contest that holds substantial importance in the Western Conference standings.
Curry's form makes his availability even more critical. He is averaging an impressive 28.7 points per game this season. His performance has elevated in December, where he is putting up 31.2 points per game while connecting on a remarkable 41.8 percent of his three-point attempts. These numbers underscore his vital role as the engine of Golden State's pace and scoring.
Warriors and Mavericks Injury Reports: A Tale of Contrast
While the Warriors enter the game in relatively good health, the Dallas Mavericks are grappling with several key absences.
Golden State Warriors Injury Report (December 25, 2025):
- Seth Curry is out (left glute injury management).
- LJ Cryer is out (left low back strain) and is not expected back before December 28.
- Al Horford is listed as probable (right sciatic nerve irritation).
The core rotation, led by Stephen Curry, is otherwise ready for action.
Dallas Mavericks Injury Report (December 25, 2025):
- Kyrie Irving is out (left knee surgery).
- Dereck Lively II is sidelined (right foot surgery).
- Dante Exum remains out (right knee injury).
- P.J. Washington is questionable (right midfoot soreness).
- Max Christie is probable.
- Klay Thompson is listed as probable despite left knee soreness.
Thompson's probable status sets the stage for an emotional return to Chase Center to face his former team.
Game Expectations and How to Watch
The spotlight will firmly be on the renewed dynamic between Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, who will now share the floor as opponents. From a tactical perspective, the Warriors are anticipated to heavily leverage Curry's elite shooting and off-ball movement, particularly against a Mavericks defense that has been vulnerable on the perimeter this season.
With Dallas missing crucial pieces like Irving and Lively II, significant pressure falls on their remaining rotation players. Curry's scoring projection remains in the high 20s, aligning with both his recent explosive form and the matchup dynamics.
The Christmas Day game is scheduled to tip off at the Chase Center on December 25. It will be broadcast live on TNT and can be streamed via NBA League Pass. With Stephen Curry confirmed to play, the Warriors' offensive strategy will unequivocally run through their iconic leader from the opening whistle.
