Stephen Curry has committed to remain with the Golden State Warriors, signing a two-year contract extension reportedly worth $115 million. Despite speculation that the Warriors might consider trading the franchise star due to an aging roster and declining championship prospects, Curry never requested a move and appears intent on finishing his career in Golden State.
The Warriors face a challenging outlook this season. The core group—comprising Curry, Al Horford, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler—features several veteran players whose experience might have been more competitive in previous years, but they now contend in a league dominated by younger talent. Additionally, Butler and swingman Moses Moody will both be sidelined at the season’s start due to injuries, further complicating the team’s quest for relevance.
Curry, the seventh overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft, emphasized the significance of staying with the franchise that has defined his career. “This is home,” he said, highlighting his desire to “finish the story the right way” with the Bay Area community that has supported him since his rookie season. He expressed pride in representing the Warriors and credited the collaborative effort behind past achievements rather than focusing on individual accolades.
The Warriors organization acknowledged they were prepared to entertain offers for Curry if he had sought a trade, but their preference remains for him to retire in Golden State. Understanding the team’s broader needs, Curry agreed to a reduced salary, forgoing approximately $10 million per season to enhance the Warriors’ financial flexibility for roster adjustments.
Curry described the extension negotiations as a carefully considered process balancing his personal goals, the team’s competitive prospects, and long-term flexibility. “It was a unique situation” given the team’s recent challenges and future ambitions, he said, underscoring his commitment to contributing “the best setup for me, for the team.”
Meanwhile, Draymond Green has also opted to return for a one-year deal with Golden State after previously opting out of his contract to allow the team to pursue LeBron James. Green indicated that his future beyond the 2026-27 season will depend on his performance and willingness to accept another contract adjustment. He reiterated a shared desire with Curry to conclude their careers together in Golden State, praising Curry’s leadership and sacrifice in agreeing to terms that help position the team more favorably.
“‘Only $20 million,’ is crazy to say,” Green remarked, referring to Curry’s salary reduction. “He is one of the best leaders I’ve ever been around,” he added, acknowledging the rarity of such a gesture within professional sports.
As Golden State navigates an uncertain competitive landscape with an evolving roster, Curry’s renewed commitment signals continuity and a foundational presence around which the team hopes to rebuild.