Warriors GM Dunleavy Confident Curry Will Finish Career With Team

Golden State Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. expressed strong confidence on Tuesday that superstar Stephen Curry will sign a contract extension and finish his 18-year NBA career with the franchise. The comments came during a media session where Dunleavy addressed the team's quiet offseason and the future of its cornerstone player.

Curry, who turns 39 next March, is entering the final year of a contract worth approximately $62.5 million. He becomes eligible for a two-year extension worth up to $136.7 million on August 29. Dunleavy stated that while the formal negotiation window has not yet opened, the mutual desire for a long-term partnership is clear.

"There's two things I'm confident about with Steph," Dunleavy said. "He really, really wants to win, and he wants to finish his career as a Warrior. I don't think that changes tomorrow, Aug. 29, the start of the season, the middle of the season, the end of next season. I think those things are going to be consistent."

The general manager emphasized that the decision ultimately rests with Curry. "Ultimately, it's his call, his decision. Whether that's allowing his contract to run out and move on, or look, if he comes to me...