Steph Curry Reacts To Andrew Wiggins Return

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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 03: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors high-fives Andrew Wiggins #22 as he walks back to the bench during the fourth quarter of their game against the Houston Rockets at Chase Center on December 03, 2022 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Steph Curry gives emotional response to the media on Andrew Wiggins' return.

Steph Curry was all smiles after the Golden State Warriors victory over the Thunder on Thursday. Not only for the win but for his returning teammate Andrew Wiggins. Wiggins made his triumphant return to the team after a 21-game hiatus. A hiatus that involved Wiggins helping care for his ailing father. The returning star looked beyond thrilled to be back on the sidelines Tuesday. However, Wiggins wasn't the only one excited about his return.

Curry spoke with the media after the 136-125 victory. Among the topics discussed, Curry was asked about his thoughts on the returning Wiggins. The future Hall-of-Famer was open and emotional about what Andrew means to the team. “We understand how much he’s been embraced by our fan base, our organization. You know, that’s the love that you show your own. There’s been a lot of unnecessary conversation around him and the whole situation. You don’t really want to react to everything that goes on on the internet. But, it’s just a matter of embracing him and giving him the space to come back, enjoy basketball again, and enjoy being around us,” Curry told NBC Sports Bay Area.

Steph Curry Thrilled To Have Wiggins Rejoin Team

Golden State Warriors' Andrew Wiggins #22 celebrates his basket with Stephen Curry #30 in the fourth quarter of Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics at the Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 13, 2022. (Jane Tyska/Digital First Media/East Bay Times via Getty Images)

Wiggins' return is coming at the perfect time for the Warriors. The team can start to look ahead toward another deep playoff run. The defending NBA Champions are looking to avoid the play-in tournament. As they currently sit in the sixth seed, which is one seed out of the play-in. But Wiggins' return doesn't mean the former number-one overall pick will be participating soon. Wiggins was on the sideline Tuesday. However, he wasn't dressed to play. Head coach Steve Kerr has previously mentioned that Wiggins has stayed active during his absence. However, a timetable for his return to play has yet to be revealed.

Tuesday night was emotional for the fans and players alike. Steph Curry was quick to mention what Wiggins means to this team. Wiggins' return doesn't; just help the team on the court. But also helps them off the court with chemistry in the locker room. It feels like an exciting time for the franchise with such a huge moment. Now it is time for Wiggins to settle back into his role and help the team avoid an early playoff exit. For the latest news inside the NBA, stay right here with us at HNHH.

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