Stephen Curry has secured a one-year contract extension with the Golden State Warriors, aligning his timeline with Draymond Green, who is locked in for three more seasons, and coach Steve Kerr, who will also remain with the team. This ensures the core leadership and experience of the Warriors stay intact for another championship pursuit, providing stability as they aim to remain competitive in the coming years.
Attention now shifts to the Warriors’ younger players, particularly Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody, both of whom are eligible for contract extensions before the start of the season.
Kuminga, who was third in scoring behind Curry and Klay Thompson last season, is expected to have a larger role, with the team needing his athleticism and potential as a secondary scorer. However, his defensive struggles, especially alongside Draymond Green, raise concerns about his overall fit with the team.
The Warriors are wary of offering Kuminga a max contract, especially after their costly extension for Jordan Poole, which ultimately led to him being traded. Kuminga is reportedly seeking a deal similar to Franz Wagner’s five-year, $224 million extension with Orlando, but Golden State is cautious, considering how Poole’s contract backfired.
A middle-ground offer, perhaps in the $30 million per season range, is a possibility as both sides try to find a reasonable deal before the extension deadline.
There is a strong chance that the Warriors will let Kuminga’s contract situation play out, allowing him to enter restricted free agency next summer. Kuminga might choose to bet on himself, aiming to elevate his game and prove he’s worthy of a max deal.
The Warriors would be open to paying him if he proves himself, but they are not eager to overcommit too early. Meanwhile, Moody faces a similar situation, with potential suitors from other teams showing more interest in him than his current organization. He could also test the market or become trade bait by the deadline.
This upcoming season for the Warriors will be crucial as they attempt to balance their veteran core with the development of their young talent. For the team to remain competitive and possibly contend for another title, Kuminga, Moody, and the younger players will need to play key roles. How these contract negotiations play out could significantly impact the future of the franchise.
