[Friedell] Following Curry’s extension, Butler and Draymond have expressed interest in finishing their careers with the Warriors, but doing so could require them to return on substantially smaller contracts. Curry’s decision to sign for less than the Max allow GS additional financial flexibility.
Stephen Curry’s new two-year, $116 million extension keeps the superstar with the Golden State Warriors through the 2028-29 season and gives the franchise greater flexibility to build around him during the final years of his career.
According to Nick Friedell of The Athletic, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green have also expressed interest in finishing their careers with the Warriors. However, keeping both veterans could require them to accept significantly smaller contracts. “Butler and Green have expressed interest in retiring with the Warriors, though doing so could require them to return on substantially smaller contracts,” Friedell wrote.
Friedell also highlighted Curry’s decision to sign for less than the maximum available as a move that provides Golden State with additional financial flexibility.
The Warriors will now look to maximize that flexibility while trying to build a competitive roster around Curry. Golden State has added Butler and Kristaps Porzingis in recent seasons, but has yet to establish itself as a championship contender.