Steve Kerr Announces Moses Moody Injury Update Before Warriors-Lakers

Moses Moody won't suit up for the remainder of the Golden State Warriors' preseason slate, citing what the team is calling a calf strain.

Warriors coach Steve Kerr announced the news during his pregame media availability Sunday evening ahead of facing the Los Angeles Lakers.

“We'll re-evaluate in a week or so," he said. "We’re not too concerned about it. We’re (just) being careful.”

Moses Moody will miss the final three preseason games with a left calf issue, per Kerr. Warriors are hopeful he can get back in time for the regular season opener. Moody hurt it in practice recently. “Not too concerned,” Kerr said.
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Moses Moody OUT vs. Lakers

Moody joins Steph Curry (undisclosed), Jimmy Butler (personal) and Al Horford (rest) on the injury list for the Warriors. The guard is likely to join the Warriors for their opening night matchup against the Lakers on Oct 21.

Last season, Moody averaged 9.8 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.3 assists on 43 percent shooting from the field and 37 percent shooting from 3. He picked up his calf injury after starting each of Golden State's first two preseason contests.

Meanwhile, the Lakers are adding a few players back in to the fold.

Moses Moody will miss the final three preseason games with a left calf issue.

Heal up Moses🙏 pic.twitter.com/Apd4ed0otX
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Los Angeles upgraded Austin Reaves and Marcus Smart to AVAILABLE for Sunday's game. Luka Dončić, meanwhile, is OUT. The Slovenian star joins LeBron James, who is likely to miss three-to-four weeks with sciatica.

Maxi Kleber (quadriceps) and Adou Thiero (knee) are also OUT. Overall, both teams are going to be incredibly shorthanded in Sunday night's preseason game.

Oct 5, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Will Richard (3) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) in the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Will Moody be Back for the Regular Season?

According to Warriors coach Steve Kerr, the team isn't overly concerned with Moody's injury. It was mentioned previously that Moody receiving an MRI was precautionary — Moody has a history with calf issues dating back to the 2023-24 NBA season, but was a reliable weapon for Golden State last season.

Moses Moody has a calf issue, per Kerr. MRI later today. Kerr said team believes it is minor, but they want to be precautionary. https://t.co/3HW4dvKgQy
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Golden State is hopeful to have Moody back for the regular season, but if any further signs of concern materialize, it'll likely continue hold him out until necessary.

If all goes according to plan, the Warriors will end up with a third straight preseason victory. Tipoff from Chase Center is set for 9:30 p.m. EST.

Moses Moody OUT vs. Lakers

Will Moody be Back for the Regular Season?

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