Steph Curry made headlines on Thursday by signing a historic one-year contract extension worth $62.6 million, securing his place with the Golden State Warriors through the 2026-27 NBA season. This move solidifies Curry’s commitment to the team as they prepare for a fresh start in the upcoming 2024-25 season, following a disappointing playoff miss last year.
Despite the widespread discussion about how the Warriors should optimize the remaining years of Curry’s illustrious career, the star point guard remains unfazed. His priorities and outlook on the game remain unchanged, as he made clear in a recent interview with The Athletic’s Marcus Thompson.
“It’s still about winning,” Curry emphasized. “And taking the steps necessary to give ourselves a chance. The standard hasn’t changed. The expectation hasn’t changed.”
Curry’s journey with the Warriors began when he was drafted in 2009, and since then, he has been instrumental in transforming the franchise. Over the years, he has led Golden State to four NBA championships and earned two NBA MVP titles. His dedication to the team and the city has always been evident, and he continues to express his desire to remain a “Warrior for life.”
However, Curry’s commitment contrasts with the recent departure of his longtime teammate, Klay Thompson. Thompson, who once shared similar sentiments about staying with the Warriors, opted to leave the Bay Area for the Dallas Mavericks in the offseason through a sign-and-trade deal. This move marked the end of an era for the Warriors’ dynamic duo.
Curry’s decision to extend his contract not only reassures the Warriors’ front office but also sends a message to the fans, affectionately known as Dub Nation, that he still believes in the team’s potential, even as the clock on his career continues to tick.
“It’s not different from my perspective,” Curry explained to Thompson. “You have an appreciation for the position and the opportunity and the support from people who’ve been with you on the journey. I’ve always said I wanted to play for one team my whole career. So it’s good to get [the extension] question out of the way and give complete focus to basketball and to the season.”
As Curry enters his 16th NBA season, the goal remains the same—winning. The standard in Golden State has been set since his arrival 15 years ago, and Curry is determined to ensure that it continues to define the team as they strive for success in the seasons ahead.