In a significant move that has sent ripples through the basketball world, the Golden State Warriors have reportedly reached a one-year, $62.6 million contract extension with their star point guard, Stephen Curry, according to ESPN on Thursday.
Curry, who had two years remaining on his four-year, $215.4 million contract with the Warriors, has secured an extension that places him among an elite group of NBA players. This new deal will make him the fourth player in NBA history to surpass $500 million in career earnings, joining the ranks of LeBron James, Paul George, and Kevin Durant.
“I’ve always said I want to be a Warrior for life,” Curry expressed to Andscape in July. “At this stage in my career, I feel like that’s possible.”
Drafted by the Warriors with the seventh overall pick in 2009, Curry has been the cornerstone of the franchise’s success over the past decade. He has appeared in 956 regular-season games, averaging an impressive 24.8 points and 6.4 assists per game. Under his leadership, the Warriors have made nine playoff appearances in the 21st century, with Curry posting playoff averages of 27 points and 6.2 assists per game.
Curry’s extension not only solidifies his future with the Warriors but also underscores the team’s commitment to maintaining their status as a powerhouse in the NBA. Fans and analysts alike are keen to see how this move will impact the upcoming seasons and the dynamics within the league.
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