Stephen Curry remains committed to the Golden State Warriors despite the team’s inactivity during the recent offseason, raising concerns about the franchise’s ability to support the star player as he approaches the twilight of his career.
At 38 years old, Curry continues to rank among the NBA’s top performers, averaging 26.6 points per game last season on 46 percent shooting from the field and 39.3 percent from three-point range, along with 4.7 assists. However, the Warriors face challenges assembling a competitive roster around him. Injuries to key players Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody are expected to sideline both for the start of the upcoming season, and the team’s front office elected not to aggressively pursue trades for prominent targets such as Jaylen Brown and Anthony Davis. The Warriors also missed out on free agent LeBron James, who ultimately signed with the Philadelphia 76ers.
These developments leave Golden State in a precarious position within the highly competitive Western Conference, which features emerging stars like Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander bolstered by strong supporting casts. As a result, the Warriors may struggle to secure a playoff berth in the coming season.
Despite the uncertainties, Curry’s loyalty to the Warriors remains steadfast. Head coach Steve Kerr, who had considered retirement, recently agreed to a two-year extension in part due to his dedication to Curry. Veteran teammate Draymond Green has also expressed his desire to conclude his playing career alongside Curry in Golden State.
Curry’s impact on the franchise has been transformative. Selected as the seventh overall pick in the 2009 NBA draft, he revolutionized the game with his unprecedented shooting ability, leading the Warriors to four NBA championships between 2015 and 2022 and turning the organization into a modern dynasty. His presence reshaped basketball strategy and elevated the Warriors from a struggling franchise into a perennial contender.
While some view the Warriors’ lack of significant roster improvements this offseason as a missed opportunity to maximize the remaining prime years of Curry, general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. has emphasized that the team remains focused on competing immediately with Curry on the roster. The previous season included a major trade for Jimmy Butler, which helped the Warriors finish strongly before Curry’s hamstring injury curtailed their playoff run.
The Warriors also reportedly made a substantial offer to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo last year that would have involved multiple first-round draft picks, but the Milwaukee Bucks declined the proposal. This past offseason, the team did not leverage its assets to secure Brown or Davis, moves that might have increased their chances of attracting other high-profile players.
Curry is eligible to sign a two-year, $136.7 million contract extension with Golden State on August 27, and current market assessments give him only a 6 percent chance of leaving the team, underscoring his loyalty. While the Warriors’ path to contention appears uncertain, Curry’s commitment suggests he sees his legacy intertwined with the franchise.
The organization faces the challenge of balancing immediate competitiveness with long-term planning while honoring the contributions of a player who has defined the franchise for over 17 seasons. As the new season approaches, Golden State’s decisions in roster management will be closely scrutinized in light of Curry’s enduring presence and ongoing drive to compete.