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Warriors Waive Seth Curry, Plan November Re-signing

10/22/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Golden State Warriors waived Seth Curry over the weekend to manage salary cap constraints and plan to re-sign him in November when his salary fits under the second apron of the luxury tax system.
Curry signed a training camp deal and did not play in any preseason games.
The Warriors also waived rookie LJ Cryer, likely sending him to their G-League affiliate.

History

Historical Context

The NBA's 2011 collective bargaining agreement (CBA) introduced a luxury tax system to enhance competitive balance among teams, following a history of financial disparities. This reform replaced the previous dollar-for-dollar tax with an incremental system, impacting team payroll strategies. The Golden State Warriors' recent decision to waive Seth Curry highlights ongoing challenges teams face in managing finances under these regulations, which continue to shape player contracts and team dynamics.

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Story summary

The Golden State Warriors waived Seth Curry over the weekend to manage salary cap constraints and plan to re-sign him in November when his salary fits under the second apron of the luxury tax system.
Curry signed a training camp deal and did not play in any preseason games.
The Warriors also waived rookie LJ Cryer, likely sending him to their G-League affiliate.

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