Sources: Warriors, Curry reach 2-year extension worth $116 million
Key Points:
- Stephen Curry has agreed to a two-year, $116 million contract extension with the Golden State Warriors, including a player option for the 2028-29 season, keeping him with the team through his 20th NBA season.
- The deal involves a slight pay cut from his previous $62.6 million salary to $55.7 million in 2027-28, providing the Warriors with approximately $10 million in additional salary cap space for future roster moves.
- Curry chose the extension after considering multiple contract options, prioritizing team competitiveness and flexibility over maximum salary or delaying the decision.
- The contract extension makes Curry the first NBA player to surpass $600 million in career on-court earnings, totaling $652 million.
- Despite missing 39 games last season due to a knee issue, Curry reported feeling physically ready and motivated as training camp approaches.