Golden State’s elimination from postseason contention on Friday night triggered immediate reflection from the franchise’s core figures and raised fresh questions about the team’s direction.
Stephen Curry targets reset, open to extension
Two-time MVP Stephen Curry, 38, said the Warriors must “get back to the basics” and rebuild the habits that first produced a championship in 2015. Entering the final season of his contract at $62.6 million, the 17-year veteran stated he wants to play at least two more years and would consider a new deal this summer. Curry also expressed confidence that a lingering right knee issue will not affect him next season.
Steve Kerr’s future remains undecided
Head coach Steve Kerr, who has led the club for 12 seasons, sounded both willing to continue and prepared to step away. Curry admitted he was surprised when Kerr thanked him and Draymond Green before the final buzzer, calling the moment “weird” yet appreciative. Multiple locker-room sources expect Kerr to return, but the decision rests with the coach.
Draymond Green weighing player option
Forward Draymond Green holds a $27.7 million player option for 2026/27 and reiterated his desire to remain with the only NBA team he has known, provided the organization wants him. “I’m not retiring,” the former Defensive Player of the Year said, but added that roster control ultimately lies with the league’s business dynamics.
Financial outlook and key offseason decisions
ESPN’s Bobby Marks projects Golden State to fall below the luxury-tax threshold in 2026/27 for the first time since 2019/20. Among several upcoming choices, the front office must decide on a potential rookie-scale extension for third-year guard Brandin Podziemski.
The Warriors now enter what Curry called a “busy summer,” aiming to reestablish their competitive identity while determining the futures of their longtime pillars.
Source: Hoops Rumors
