All signs point to Golden State Warriors superstar guard Stephen Curry making his highly-anticipated return from injury against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday afternoon, but coach Steve Kerr isn't ready to give him the green light just yet.

“Steve Kerr reiterates ‘there's a chance' that Steph Curry returns on Sunday against the Lakers. Sounds like clearance needed from training staff on Saturday,” The Athletic's Anthony Slater wrote late on Friday night.

So, one more hurdle before Curry can join the Warriors, who have been surging as of late.

Golden State will attempt to extend its five-game winning streak with a victory against the LeBron James-less Lakers. They beat the New Orleans Pelicans 108-99 on the back of 27 points from Klay Thompson to wrap up a perfect homestand on Friday night.

They've won three straight home games, including against two extremely important Western Conference rivals in the Portland Trail Blazers and Minnesota Timberwolves. Mere games separate the West's top six, and every game down the stretch is of crucial importance.

Article Continues Below
More Warriors News
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) passes the ball between Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (9) and forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the third quarter at the Chase Center.
NBA rumors: Warriors a ‘team to monitor’ for Giannis’ Bucks teammateMalik Brown ·
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) dribbles the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Chase Center.
Draymond Green claims ‘rich kid’ problem in hoopsZachary Draves ·
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) looks to pass the ball as Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) plays defense in the first half during game five of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center.
Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga’s lab work caught on video ahead of free agencyJackson Stone ·
Thunder guard Alex Caruso (9) looks on during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers in game two of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center with Draymond Green and Thunder's Chet Holmgren in the background
Warriors’ Draymond Green drops Alex Caruso over Chet Holmgren NBA Finals takeJosue Pavon ·
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr talks to guard Brandin Podziemski (2) during the second half.
Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski hilariously shoots down Steve Kerr comparisonsJosh Davis ·
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts during the second half in game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena.
How Don Nelson will ‘protest’ Luka Doncic trade at award ceremonyMalik Brown ·

It's the fourth matchup between the Warriors and the Lakers this season; Los Angeles defeated Golden State 124-111 on Feb. 24, led by 25 points from Malik Beasley, while Klay Thompson scored 22 points for the Warriors.

The Warriors are 6-4 in their last 10 games, averaging over 116 points in that span, along with 44.5 rebounds, 29.1 assists, 7.9 steals and 3.2 blocks per game.

Two-time MVP Steph Curry has missed 10 games due to a leg injury suffered against the Dallas Mavericks in early February, but barring a setback, he will be back on the court on Sunday.

The Warriors improve to 34-30 after Friday's win, good for 5th place in the NBA's competitive Western Conference.