Why Steph Curry’s return means just as much to NBA as it does Warriors

The expectation is that Saturday will bring one giant lineup change for the Warriors, one massive boost for the NBA. Stephen Curry's anticipated return after an 11-game absence with a groin injury immediately lifts the mood of the Warriors, who are coming off that rarest of nights inasmuch as they could walk out of Scotiabank Arena encouraged by their showing in a 131-128 loss at Toronto. After an unsightly first quarter, the Warriors spent the next 41 minutes outplaying the deeper, healthier Raptors.