The Golden State Warriors secured a hard-fought 110-105 victory over the Sacramento Kings at Chase Center on Tuesday night, a win powered by the steadying return of Stephen Curry. In just his second game back from a two-month absence due to a knee injury, the superstar guard looked sharp, scoring 17 points—including four three-pointers—in 25 minutes of action.

Curry’s presence ignited a balanced offensive effort for the Warriors. De’Anthony Melton led the team with 21 points, while rookie Brandin Podziemski added 20. Charles Bassey provided a crucial double-double off the bench with 14 points and 12 rebounds, helping Golden State weather the absence of several key players.

The game showcased Curry’s signature flair and immediate impact. He energized the home crowd with a pair of electrifying four-point plays in the first half, which was punctuated by familiar "MVP" chants as he stepped to the free-throw line. His playmaking was equally vital down the stretch, including a key assist to Podziemski for the go-ahead basket after securing his own offensive rebound.

While the Kings, who own one of the league's worst records, were led by Maxime Reynaud's 17 points, the night belonged to the Warriors and their returning leader. The win keeps Golden State in the thick of the Western Conference play-in race as they look ahead to a crucial Thursday night showdown against the Los Angeles Lakers.