SAN FRANCISCO — Stephen Curry and Jordan Poole have challenged each other since the Golden State Warriors drafted Poole 28th overall in 2019. They would see who could make more shots in a row in practice and go at it in scrimmages, friendly competition that helped bring out the best in each other.

Sharing the court with four-time NBA champion and two-time MVP Stephen Curry has required plenty of selflessness and an overall focus on winning, which can be especially difficult for a young player.

Steph Curry missed the final minute of the Warriors’ win Saturday night over the Wizards with an ankle injury, but Golden State coach Steve Kerr does not believe his star guard will miss much time, if any.