The Golden State Warriors are just trying to stay alive long enough to get Stephen Curry back. After falling short in Game 2 despite what felt like a best-shot type of effort, getting 63 points from Jimmy Butler and the suddenly revitalized Jonathan Kuminga,

Stephen Curry remains sidelined for the Golden State Warriors in their Western Conference semifinal series against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to a left hamstring strain. His absence was deeply felt once again in Game 3 on Saturday at Chase Center.

You didn’t need words to feel it. Stephen Curry’s body language said it all. The Golden State Warriors dropped a tough 102-97 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals,