The Golden State Warriors have secured their cornerstone franchise player, announcing a two-year contract extension for guard Stephen Curry worth $116 million, according to reports from American media outlets. The agreement, which includes a player option for the 2028-2029 season, ties the four-time NBA champion and two-time league MVP to the organization as he prepares to enter his 18th season in the world’s premier basketball league.
Curry Secures Extension Through 2029
“Une véritable légende de la Baie, là pour durer. Les Golden State Warriors ont prolongé le contrat de Stephen Curry, quadruple champion NBA et deux fois meilleur joueur de la ligue,” the franchise stated on its official account on the social media platform X, celebrating the retention of the player widely recognized as the greatest three-point shooter in league history.
Financial Concessions and Roster Flexibility
At 38 years old, Curry was scheduled to earn a significant salary during the upcoming campaign before potentially reaching unrestricted free agency. Industry reporting indicates that the newly inked pact falls roughly $20 million short of the maximum amount to which the star guard could have laid claim, a financial concession that affords the Golden State front office valuable roster flexibility heading into future offseasons. Barring a decision to play past his 40th year, the extension ensures that Curry will spend his entire two-decade professional career wearing a Warriors uniform.
Preserving the Dynasty’s Core Leadership
Earlier in the summer, the organization extended veteran Draymond Green on a one-year, $28 million agreement. Green, 36, has played his entire career in the Bay Area since arriving via the 2012 NBA draft. Meanwhile, head coach Steve Kerr signed a two-year extension in May, cementing the leadership structure that captured titles in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022.
Milestones and Health Concerns
Despite missing the postseason twice over the last four years—including a 37-45 finish last season—the Warriors remain focused on maximizing the closing window of their veteran core. Curry, a 12-time All-Star, appeared in just 43 games last season due to various physical setbacks, including patellofemoral syndrome, bone bruises, and a left quadriceps strain. Nevertheless, his historic resume remains unmatched: he holds the all-time NBA records for three-pointers made and free-throw percentage, alongside immense career totals in points and assists.
Focusing Ahead on Opening Night
As training camps progress and the regular season approaches, Curry has consistently emphasized that his contract status would not distract from team goals, declaring to reporters prior to the announcement that he wished to avoid any off-court drama. The Warriors open their 2026-2027 regular season schedule on October 21 against the Los Angeles Lakers, where Curry and his longtime teammates will begin another pursuit of championship contention.
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