NBA – Steph Curry close to following LeBron into retirement? Someone close to him sets the tone

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Par Mathieu Seguin | Rédacteur sport

What if Stephen Curry hasn’t even started thinking about retirement yet? While many of his peers are already contemplating the end, the Warriors legend appears to be fueled by an undiminished fire. In the shadow of LeBron James’ anticipated farewell, another icon might end up pushing the finish line further than expected.

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Some believe the script is already written: LeBron James will bow out soon, and Stephen Curry will follow shortly after. But according to Dell Curry, father of the Golden State superstar, that ending is still far off. In a league that’s constantly shifting, the greats don’t fade quietly.

The four-time NBA champion still has one clear goal in mind: win another title. That’s what his father reaffirmed in a recent interview.

“He wants to win another title, so we’re not even close to that window yet. But when the time comes, I think he’ll make the right decision.”

An encouraging message for Warriors fans, who still believe the dynasty has one more chapter left to write.

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What’s next for Steph Curry and the Warriors?

Golden State is entering a transitional phase, but championship ambition remains. The franchise re-signed Draymond Green and is reportedly exploring the potential of a Curry–Jimmy Butler duo. The prospect of one last title run, led by a battle-tested core, is creating a real buzz inside the Chase Center. And as long as Steph stays locked in, hope remains alive.

Dell Curry isn’t a front-office executive, but when it comes to his son, his word carries weight. The fact that he’s clearly ruling out a near-term retirement shows that the 37-year-old point guard still believes in his journey. This gives the Warriors some short-term clarity, especially as rumors swirl about a possible retirement in the summer of 2026.

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The tone around Steph couldn’t contrast more sharply with the current speculation about LeBron James, who might be announcing his exit soon. If that happens, Curry would become the last active titan of his generation. And clearly, he’s not done yet.

The question now is whether the Warriors can give him the tools to chase another ring. In recent years, they’ve tried to rebuild around their aging core with mixed success. The James Wiseman experiment failed. Jordan Poole is gone. The young talent hasn’t broken through. In this context, pressure is mounting on the front office to deliver. If Curry truly wants to add a fifth championship to his legacy, a bold move on the trade market may be the only way forward.

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