Transition periods for professional sports teams are often awkward, especially when the past still significantly influences the future. This is the situation for the Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry, who are driven by a strong desire to win while facing an uncertain future, fighting until the very end.
Before Curry signed a one-year, $62.6 million contract extension last week, the atmosphere was already complicated, uneasy, and emotional. This deal, which keeps him in San Francisco through the 2026-27 season, might be the final contract of his legendary career. For the Warriors, this move is both a gesture of gratitude for the 36-year-old’s unique and long-standing value and a smart basketball decision. Few players in league history have contributed as much to an organization as Curry. After 15 years of his exceptional brilliance, the Warriors should focus on maximizing whatever he has left—not just out of appreciation, but because he has shown he can still lead a team to great heights.
This summer was all about supporting Curry in various ways, both big and small, with mixed success. While Curry dominated at the 2024 Olympics with an outstanding performance, Golden State worked on improving its roster and made unsuccessful attempts to acquire Paul George and Lauri Markkanen. All these efforts highlight the crucial question: Can the Warriors make another Finals run before Curry turns 40?
